Lisa Mendiola
Puyallup, Washington
Summary
Dedicated CPG professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Self driven and independent, and known for leadership and high standards within the PNW Team. Able to perform under pressure and adapt to new situations; always maintaining a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kellogg/Kellanova Sales Representative, KUSA
Kellogg/Kellanova
09.2018 - Current
- Manage the full Kellogg/Kellanova portfolio through the warehouse model at 67 stores in three key accounts; striving for $13M annually in POS through strategic sales planning and tactical display execution
- Collaborate with internal cross-functional partners to implement promotional programs and sales initiatives within the Pacific Northwest area
- Conduct data driven Business Reviews at Headquarter, District and Store level, driving incremental cases
- Created a streamlined onboarding protocol for training and mentoring eight new hires in the PNW that was implemented in other West Region areas
- Awarded Kellogg West Region Sales Representative of the Year 2023 and Outstanding Sales Achievement Q3 2021.
- Kellanova PNW Area "Top Gun" Award: Q2 and Q3 2024; Q1 and Q2 2025.
Kellogg Sales Representative, Morning Foods
Kellogg, Cereal Division
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Responsible for timely Kellogg promotional communications at retailer Headquarters plus 125 Chain and Independent stores
- Represented Kellogg at Trade Shows and conducted Independent grocer HQ sales calls
- Achieved Sales Budget Quota every Quarter- "Million Dollar Club" member
- Kellogg "Buddy"- onboarded and trained two new teammates. Seattle Team Leader.
Kellogg Territory Manager, Snacks
Kellogg Direct Store Delivery
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Forged alliances with store partners by building rapport and trust while delivering profitable results
- Monitored inventory levels, limited unsaleables and maintained labor budget hours
- Hired, trained and managed a part time Merchandising crew for my territory
- Day One Readiness for weekly ad breaks at Walmart, WinCo, Kroger and Safeway/Albertsons
- Achieved $1M in annual sales on my 15 store route
- Awards: KValues Impact Player of the Year, 2012 and PNW Zone Top Performing Sales Representative of the Year, 2013.
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Promotional Planning, Forecast Analysis and Trade Spend Training- KingPin 2024 Graduate
- Ability to diplomatically distill complex ideas for internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication using fact based insights and critical thinking
- Passion for winning, learning, collaboration and coaching
- Lean On Me Program Volunteer- Mental Health First Aider
Timeline
Kellogg/Kellanova Sales Representative, KUSA
Kellogg/Kellanova
09.2018 - Current
Kellogg Sales Representative, Morning Foods
Kellogg, Cereal Division
09.2014 - 09.2018
Kellogg Territory Manager, Snacks
Kellogg Direct Store Delivery
06.2011 - 09.2014
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