Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
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KRISTINA CASTILLO

Acosta- Military Division
Seguin,TX
17
years of professional experience

Skilled in sales and customer relationship management, with background in diverse sales environments. Possess strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills critical for success in sales roles. Demonstrated ability to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty through effective sales tactics and service excellence. Contributed to significant growth in client base and revenue in previous positions by identifying new opportunities and optimizing sales processes.

Work History

Lead Territory Sales Representative

3 Years 7 Months
Acosta- Military Division | 12.2022 - Current
  • Executed strategic sales initiatives to drive territory growth, improve product placement, and increase retail engagement across key locations.
  • Delivered high-impact brand activation and in-store promotions, boosting consumer awareness, foot traffic, and sales conversion rates.
  • Directed cross-functional collaboration between sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure seamless campaign execution and go-to-market alignment.
  • Oversaw payroll administration, maintaining 100% accuracy in employee records, disbursements, and compliance reporting.
  • Applied data analysis and reporting tools in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to support performance tracking and strategic decision-making.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency through meticulous payroll management, ensuring timely processing and adherence to organizational standards.
  • Provided sales coaching and team leadership, fostering a high-performance culture and improving employee engagement, retention, and sales productivity.

Retail Sales Specialist

1 Year
Advantage Solutions | 01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw sales data reporting and performance analytics across 43 retail locations, driving improvements in product visibility, SKU optimization, and sell-through rates.
  • Cultivated and maintained high-value client relationships, ensuring seamless project execution, adherence to brand standards, and increased promotional ROI.
  • Accelerated sales revenue growth through strategic deployment of point-of-sale (POS) materials, visual merchandising, and retail compliance.
  • Strengthened customer loyalty and repeat business by delivering consistent account management, proactive communication, and tailored promotional strategies.
  • Led execution of retail marketing campaigns across 43 stores, achieving measurable gains in market share, consumer engagement, and conversion rates.
  • Maintained detailed sales logs, project documentation, and compliance records, supporting operational transparency and client satisfaction.
  • Fostered a collaborative team culture by sharing sales insights, mentoring peers, and promoting knowledge transfer to enhance overall team productivity.

Regional Manager

3 Years
C2O | 01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Managed regional supplier relationships and vendor contracts to strengthen distribution networks, improve supply chain efficiency, and expand market presence.
  • Increased product reach by executing channel expansion strategies across military, convenience, and independent retail outlets.
  • Organized and led community engagement events, enhancing brand visibility, fostering local partnerships, and driving consumer activation.
  • Streamlined distribution channels between suppliers and retailers, resulting in improved product availability, reduced stockouts, and higher customer satisfaction scores.
  • Established strategic retail partnerships with military stores, penetrating niche markets and elevating brand recognition through targeted field marketing and retail execution.

Military Territory Manager for the Eastern Bavaria Region

4 Years
Highplains Military Sales | 01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Managed high-value client accounts across the region, driving sales growth of 1000+ SKUs through strategic account management and relationship building.
  • Executed targeted promotional campaigns and brand activations, increasing consumer engagement, retail traffic, and brand visibility in key markets.
  • Oversaw payroll operations and category management, streamlining processes to enhance operational efficiency, budget control, and compliance.
  • Applied advanced data analysis and quantitative skills to evaluate sales performance, identify trends, and guide data-driven decision-making.
  • Implemented effective value chain management (VCM) strategies, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, distribution efficiency, and retail execution.
  • Cultivated long-term client partnerships, strengthening customer retention, expanding regional market penetration, and increasing repeat business.
  • Executed promotional campaigns to increase brand awareness among military audiences.

Cashier/Store Associate DeCa Military

1 Year
DeCA | 01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Oversaw daily cash handling, ensuring accurate cash reconciliation, transaction reporting, and adherence to financial controls.
  • Applied strong numerical proficiency to maintain periodic sales reports, register audits, and transaction logs in compliance with store policies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory levels, stock movement, and sales activities, supporting effective store operations and loss prevention.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and enhancing the overall customer experience in a high-volume retail environment.
  • Supported military with incentives.
  • Trained and onboarded new employees, promoting team cohesion, process accuracy, and consistent execution of store standards.
  • Supported military personnel through incentive programs, contributing to community engagement and reinforcing brand loyalty within military retail channels.

Education

Administrative Assistant

Arlington Career Institute | Arlington | 12.2023

Graduated with Certificate

Skills

Achieved increased product awareness through innovative marketing strategies.
Elevated team performance through effective management and support.
Generated impactful reports using advanced Microsoft Office skills.
Drove brand development initiatives leading to improved market presence.
Executed successful promotional strategies that boosted customer engagement.
Enhanced client interactions resulting in stronger loyalty and satisfaction.
Optimized customer relationship management processes for seamless communication.
Built robust client relationships that contributed to long-term success.
Facilitated effective communication resulting in clearer project objectives.
Maximized sales through strategic territory management efforts.
Enhanced brand representation through strategic event participation.
Sales strategy development
Product knowledge
Territory management
Lead generation

Additional Information

Increased territory sales significantly within the first year, embellishing the profit margin., Recognized by the U.S. Army and awarded the Molly Pitcher Award for voluntary contribution., 2014 Monster Energy 4th of July contest winner 1st place Eastern region., 2014 OTC Chinese New Year display winner 1st place Europe., 2015 Monster Energy 4th of July contest winner 1st and 2nd place for both C and D sized stores., 2024 Proctor and Gamble NASCAR winner for mass display., Molly Pitcher recognizes individuals who have voluntarily contributed in a significant way to the improvement of the Field Artillery Community.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Territory Sales Representative

Acosta- Military Division
12.2022 - CurrentRead More

Retail Sales Specialist

Advantage Solutions
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More

Regional Manager

C2O
01.2015 - 01.2018Read More

Military Territory Manager for the Eastern Bavaria Region

Highplains Military Sales
01.2011 - 01.2015Read More

Cashier/Store Associate DeCa Military

DeCA
01.2010 - 01.2011Read More

Arlington Career Institute

Administrative Assistant
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KRISTINA CASTILLO