Kyle Carpenter
Melbourne
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Syngenta Seeds, adept in Operations Management and fostering Teamwork and Collaboration. Excelled in enhancing sales and optimizing stock levels through strategic planning and demand forecasting. Recognized for outstanding team leadership and decision-making skills, significantly contributing to business growth and client satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Seeds Allocation Manager
Syngenta Seeds
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Product Management and planning teams to align allocation strategies with overall business objectives.
- Managed a team of Allocation Leads and Supply Chain Leads, providing training and guidance to improve performance levels.
- Improved inventory management by implementing effective allocation strategies and analyzing sales data.
- Provided exceptional leadership to the allocation team, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional development and growth.
- Kept up-to-date on industry dynamics and hot topics to provide clients with industry-leading insights and market trends.
NK Sales Represenative
Syngenta Seeds
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
Beck's Seed Advisor
Beck's Hybrids
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
- Negotiated contracts to secure long-term business relationships and favorable pricing for Seed Dealers.
- Attended trade shows to represent company products, generate leads, and network with potential clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Studies
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12.2012
Skills
- Material Requirements Planning
- Microsoft Excel
- Operations Management
- Demand forecasting
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Analysis
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Problem Resolution
- Professional and Courteous
Timeline
Seeds Allocation Manager
Syngenta Seeds
08.2020 - Current
NK Sales Represenative
Syngenta Seeds
04.2017 - 08.2020
Beck's Seed Advisor
Beck's Hybrids
05.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Studies
Iowa State University