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Christopher Palmer

Chicago,IL

Summary

Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Specialist

L
01.2024 - Current
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Streamlined communication processes, leading to improved collaboration between departments.
  • Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.

Production Supervisor

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
  • Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

Technical Lead Trainer & Subject Matter Expert

Abbott R.D BinaxNow Covid-19 Anitgen Test Abbott Lab
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated with cross-department teams like QA, DevOps, and Support to ensure seamless end-to-end software delivery process.
  • Evaluated and recommended new tools and technologies that resulted in increased development efficiency and up-to-date technical skillsets within the team.
  • Drove customer satisfaction by prioritizing feature requests based on detailed analysis of user feedback and market trends.
  • Mentored junior developers through regular 1-on-1 meetings, providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and career growth opportunities.
  • Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.

Sales Representative

Samsung
02.2017 - 01.2020
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.

SR. Business Development/ Loan Officer

FIRST FEDERAL BANK
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Cultivated referral network with real estate agents, builders, and other professionals to generate new business leads.
  • Developed strong relationships with borrowers, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with underwriting team to expedite loan processing times and ensure timely closings for clients.
  • Mentored junior loan officers, sharing expertise and knowledge to improve overall team performance.
  • Successfully managed high-volume pipeline of loans, consistently meeting or exceeding monthly sales targets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
06.2008

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Relationship building and management
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Process Improvement
  • Training and Development

Awards

ABBOTT LAB 

  • Growing Business Award in Highest Output Record Pinnacle Performer in Q3, Q4 in 2022 and Q1 in 2023
  • Awarded the Highest Quality Control and Good Document Practice 2021


FIRST FEDERAL BANK

  • Ranked 1st in Most Closed Loans in Q1 2019
  • Client Retention Award for the Highest Quality Control and Good Document Practice 2019
  • Client Retention Award 2018

Timeline

Marketing Specialist

L
01.2024 - Current

Production Supervisor

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics
01.2021 - 01.2023

Technical Lead Trainer & Subject Matter Expert

Abbott R.D BinaxNow Covid-19 Anitgen Test Abbott Lab
01.2020 - 01.2021

Sales Representative

Samsung
02.2017 - 01.2020

SR. Business Development/ Loan Officer

FIRST FEDERAL BANK
01.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Northeastern Illinois University
Christopher Palmer