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Kurt Heinzelman

Kurt Heinzelman

Cincinnati,Ohio

Summary

Sales leader with proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance team performance. Expertise in sales strategy, client relationship management, and market analysis. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Known for leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

North American Director of Sales

R3 Safety/ Bunzl
09.2019 - Current

Company Overview: Fortune 500 Company

  • Lead Business Development and Inside Sales Teams
  • Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual KPI reviews
  • Analyze vertical market trends and implement sales strategies
  • Designed and implemented new CRM program for enterprise-wide utilization
  • Lead National Account Relationships including Cintas, Staples, WB Mason and White Cap
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic plans and setting performance goals for the sales team.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.

Vice President of Sales

AZELIS
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Company Overview: Azelis is a global distributor of specialty chemicals and innovative ingredients, with annual revenues of $2 billion
  • Led a team of 8 Regional Sales Managers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions of the United States
  • Served as a key member of the CASE leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and the implementation of key business drivers to increase sales and achieve positive EBITA
  • Directed the CRM process improvement team, creating metrics to enhance the company's utilization and efficiency through customer call reports and sales pipeline funnel information
  • Developed short and long-term sales strategies to gain market share, uncover new sales opportunities and increase revenue.

National Sales Director

MICHELMAN
06.2013 - 09.2017
  • Company Overview: Michelman, a $250MM manufacturer of specialty waterborne chemicals, serves the coatings, industrial manufacturing, specialty paper, foodservice, and flexible packaging markets
  • Lead a team of 7 Regional Sales Managers and 2 inside sales/customer service reps in the Americas
  • Led recruitment, onboarding, and training of new sales members
  • Act as the main contact for strategic customers, managing business reviews, planning sessions, and contract negotiations
  • Analyze key business drivers to maintain profitable relationships that boost EBITDA
  • Michelman, a $250MM manufacturer of specialty waterborne chemicals, serves the coatings, industrial manufacturing, specialty paper, foodservice, and flexible packaging markets

Business Manager-National Accounts

XPEDX
01.2011 - 06.2013
  • Company Overview: Xpedx, a division of International Paper, is a $7 billion supply chain solutions provider of paper, packaging, and facility supply products
  • Responsible for revenue growth in key market segments including manufacturing, property management, and health care
  • Lead agent for national programs across the entire enterprise involving sourcing, legal, procurement, customer service, and sales
  • Manage national relationships with Goodyear, Henry Schein, RR Donnelley, and GCA Services, generating over $20 million in revenue
  • Xpedx, a division of International Paper, is a $7 billion supply chain solutions provider of paper, packaging, and facility supply products

Regional Sales Manager

SAALFELD REDISTRIBUTION
07.2004 - 12.2010
  • Company Overview: Saalfeld Redistribution, a division of xpedx, is a $400M wholesaler/re-distributor of food service and facility supply products
  • Led a team of 10 sales professionals and 3 inside sales reps, generating $70MM+ in sales revenue and $20MM in gross profit
  • Directed recruitment and training programs for new sales hires
  • Engaged with strategic suppliers for business reviews, planning sessions, and customer contract pricing
  • Led large National Account relationships with OfficeMax and Grainger
  • Saalfeld Redistribution, a division of xpedx, is a $400M wholesaler/re-distributor of food service and facility supply products

Education

BS - Marketing

Xavier University

Skills

  • New Business Acquisition
  • National Account Management
  • C-Level Presentation Skills
  • Recruiting and Training
  • Strategic/Value Selling Skills
  • Extensive CRM Experience
  • Vendor Management
  • Profit Optimization
  • Sales funnel management

Timeline

North American Director of Sales

R3 Safety/ Bunzl
09.2019 - Current

Vice President of Sales

AZELIS
09.2017 - 09.2019

National Sales Director

MICHELMAN
06.2013 - 09.2017

Business Manager-National Accounts

XPEDX
01.2011 - 06.2013

Regional Sales Manager

SAALFELD REDISTRIBUTION
07.2004 - 12.2010

BS - Marketing

Xavier University
Kurt Heinzelman