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Malcolm (Joe) Grueser

Shade,OH

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record at Carter Lumber, excelling in relationship building and problem-solving. Consistently exceeded sales targets by leveraging strong customer service skills and product knowledge. Recognized for enhancing client satisfaction and driving revenue growth through strategic solutions and effective communication.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Outside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
10.2022 - Current
  • Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.

Inside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
10.2011 - 09.2017
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.

Outside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
02.2009 - 10.2011
  • Participated in weekly sales meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategize on improvements, and share best practices among colleagues.
  • Managed a large client base, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to overall team success.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
  • Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.

Department Lead

Lowe's Home Impovement
04.2004 - 02.2009
  • Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
  • Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.
  • Oversaw efficient inventory stocking and supply rotation.
  • Set up displays and trained employees on current promotions.

Yard Worker

Carter Lumber
09.2002 - 04.2004

Loaded material for customers, loaded, and unloaded trucks, stocked materials.

Education

General Studies

Alexander High School
Albany
05-2002

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer Service-oriented
  • Typing
  • Self Starter

Interests

I enjoy hunting, fishing, billiards, and movies

Timeline

Outside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
10.2022 - Current

Inside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
10.2011 - 09.2017

Outside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber
02.2009 - 10.2011

Department Lead

Lowe's Home Impovement
04.2004 - 02.2009

Yard Worker

Carter Lumber
09.2002 - 04.2004

General Studies

Alexander High School
Malcolm (Joe) Grueser