Leon Webber
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic Sales Manager with a proven track record at Advanced Auto Parts, excelling in relationship building and solution selling. Increased sales revenue through strategic planning and market research, while fostering team motivation and professional development. Adept at optimizing profitability and delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs.
Focused Sales Manager committed to motivating others and offering extensive knowledge penetrating new territories and promoting product lines. Highly effective mentor driven to assess individual and group performance to implement improvements and set goals. Determined individual with background in establishing and nurturing lucrative partnerships.
Hardworking and driven sales management professional equipped to revitalize sales operations and align procedures to maximize profits and client acquisition. Successful at improving sales procedures to streamline and strengthen processes. Multifaceted leader with analytical and diligent approach to building and leading strong teams.
Sales expert prepared for leadership roles. Proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance client relationships. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, strategic planning, and effective communication. Skilled in market analysis, lead generation, and negotiation.
Experienced with leading sales teams to achieve significant revenue growth and customer acquisition. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to guide teams and meet targets. Track record of fostering strong client relationships and adapting to dynamic market conditions for sustained success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
Advanced Auto Parts
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, leading to expansion into profitable territories.
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
- Provided ongoing training and mentorship for junior sales staff, fostering professional development and career growth.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
Chef Assistant
Chapters Senior Living
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Replenished food and ingredients supplies to meet service demand.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious dishes in a timely manner.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, significantly reducing wait times for customers.
- Increased kitchen safety by rigorously adhering to health and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with culinary team to execute large catering orders, ensuring timely delivery.
Machine Operator
KC Processing
07.2021 - 02.2024
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Cashier
Dollar General
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Manager
Sonic Drive In
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Jackman
Ultimate Group Inc.
02.2014 - 09.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Maintained a well-stocked inventory of cleaning supplies to ensure all necessary equipment was available for use.
- Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storing cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westport High School
Kansas City, MO05-2004
Skills
- Market research
- Relationship building
- Product knowledge
- Profitability optimization
- Motivational skills
- Operations
- Solution selling
- Business planning
Certification
- Certified forklift Driver, KC Processing -
Timeline
Sales Manager
Advanced Auto Parts
04.2024 - 03.2026
Chef Assistant
Chapters Senior Living
07.2022 - 03.2024
Cashier
Dollar General
07.2022 - 11.2022
Machine Operator
KC Processing
07.2021 - 02.2024
Manager
Sonic Drive In
01.2019 - 08.2019
Jackman
Ultimate Group Inc.
02.2014 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Westport High School