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Work History
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Laurence Kiely

Beverly,MA

Summary

Sales Representative with a solid record of consistently achieving customer retention goals through relationship building and advanced product knowledge. Effective at building and maintaining loyal customer base to maintain consistent revenue streams. Proficient in CRM software use and lead optimization. Offering exceptional communication and organizational skills combined with industrious, personable, and entrepreneurial nature. Thorough Sales Consultant consistently ranking top in sales force. Possessing excellent negotiation, communication and customer service skills. Drives market share, new customer acquisition, and business development.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

Sysco Boston
Beverly , MA
12.2007 - Current
  • Performed cold calls to prospective customers to introduce company offerings.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to design promotional materials for campaigns.
  • Provided detailed product information to customers, including features, prices, and availability.
  • Analyzed customer needs and preferences to recommend appropriate products.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, networking, and referrals.
  • Landed new customer accounts through consistent combination of perseverance, dedicated cold calling, and exceptional service.
  • Listened to customers to understand needs and refer to optimal services.
  • Assisted in the development of new menu items and recipes.
  • Developed sales strategies and identified potential customers.
  • Collaborated with chefs and other kitchen staff to optimize quality of food products offered for sale.
  • Provided advice on food preparation techniques, cooking times, ingredients.
  • Maintained customer relationships by providing prompt service and resolving customer complaints.
  • Reached out to accounts regularly to check on needs, offer new services and increase business opportunities.

Executive Chef Manager

Farm Neck Golf Club
Oak Bluffs, MA
04.1993 - 11.2006
  • Managed kitchen staff including training, scheduling, hiring, and disciplinary action when necessary.
  • Created daily specials based on seasonal availability of ingredients.
  • Implemented standardized recipes to maintain consistency among dishes served in different locations within the restaurant chain.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house managers to ensure smooth execution of events such as banquets or special occasions.
  • Participated actively in industry events such as trade shows or conferences in order to stay up-to-date with current trends and best practices.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members ensuring adequate coverage at all times during peak meal periods.
  • Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets.
  • Ordered food supplies every week to restock inventory, remaining aware of budgets.

Accomplishments

  • Master Marketing Assoc 2007 thru 2019 (Sysco discontinued this ranking with onset of Covid 19)
  • Chairman's Club 2019
  • Torchbearer's Club 2022
  • Executive Club 2023

Timeline

Sales Consultant

Sysco Boston
12.2007 - Current

Executive Chef Manager

Farm Neck Golf Club
04.1993 - 11.2006
Laurence Kiely