Hi, I’m
Kevin Thomas Vanderbilt
Huntington,NY
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the sales field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sysco
Delivery Partner
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Continuously operate company vehicles in a safe, courteous, and professional manner
- Maintain food safety and handle unexpected circumstances flawlessly
- Provide exemplary service to our customers and handle any issues that may arise
- Ensure the vehicle complies with all applicable federal and state regulations in accordance with the 49 CFR and the FMCSA.
Vanderbilt Logistic Solutions
Owner/Driver
01.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Founded and managed Trucking business, growing revenue to nearly $1Mil in first year.
- Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
United States Navy
Work Center Supervisor
08.2002 - 04.2016
Job overview
- First line leadership position personally responsible for the growth, development, and daily direction of subordinates
- Managed 30+ subordinates resulting in one hundred percent availability of all equipment, with zero personnel injury or equipment mishaps
- Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork
- Supervised the management and scheduling of maintenance for all equipment within the department.
Firestone Complete Auto Care
Service Advisor/Manager
05.2014 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
- Informed customers of service specials, completion times, and service expenses to provide exemplary customer service.
- Followed up with customers to offer additional support and check resolution satisfaction.
- Suggested add-on services that would be helpful to customers and improve bottom line.
- Handled customer issues with confidence, using complex problem solving to provide effective resolution.
- Documented problems and corrective actions to maintain records.
Chefs Best Gourmet Foods
Sales
10.2013 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with potential customers
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Built strong client rapport to establish diversified network of connections.
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
J.Crew
Key Holder Manager/Sales
10.2009 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Trained and mentored new employees.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Promoted business' development by building and maintaining relationships with new clients.
- Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
- Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
Education
Islip Technical Center
Automotive Engineering Degree
Suffolk County Community College
from Criminal Justice
Skills
- Skills & Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and highly organized
- Quick decision-making skills in high risk/stress environments
- Able to apply knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and safety standards as well as company policies and procedures
- Takes initiative and excels in independent work
- Corporate Standards
- Client Needs Assessment
- Operational Efficiency
- Serve Customers
- Telesales
- Customer Relationships
- Client Rapport-Building
Timeline
Delivery Partner
Sysco
08.2022 - Current
Owner/Driver
Vanderbilt Logistic Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2022
Service Advisor/Manager
Firestone Complete Auto Care
05.2014 - 01.2015
Sales
Chefs Best Gourmet Foods
10.2013 - 04.2014
Key Holder Manager/Sales
J.Crew
10.2009 - 10.2013
Work Center Supervisor
United States Navy
08.2002 - 04.2016
Islip Technical Center
Automotive Engineering Degree
Suffolk County Community College
from Criminal Justice
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