Mario Barone
Woodbury
Summary
Sales professional prepared for role with robust background in driving regional sales growth and fostering client relationships. Proven track record of implementing strategic sales plans and achieving targets. Known for strong team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing market conditions. Skilled in leadership, communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Smithfield Foods, Inc
02.2007 - 03.2025
- Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Achieved regional sales objectives by developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
- Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
- Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
- Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.
- Generated detailed sales reports and forecasts to analyze performance and track progress.
- Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients to capture more sales.
- Participated in sales calls with direct reports to strengthen customer relationships and uncover possible opportunities for growth.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues, and providing exceptional service.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with distributors and retailers to increase product visibility and drive sales volume.
- Executed successful promotional events and trade shows.
- Executed successful marketing campaigns to generate new business and expand customer base.
- Enhanced overall customer experience by conducting regular account reviews, ensuring alignment with client objectives and company offerings.
- Managed team of 3 regional sales representatives and consistently achieved high sales targets.
- Attended industry conferences and tradeshows to stay up-to-date with market trends and customer needs.
- Analyzed competitor offerings to devise targeted sales pitches, effectively differentiating our products from competitors in the marketplace.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Regional Sales Manager
Tyson Foods
10.1993 - 02.2007
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
- Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients to capture more sales.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues, and providing exceptional service.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with distributors and retailers to increase product visibility and drive sales volume.
- Executed successful promotional events and trade shows.
- Attended industry conferences and tradeshows to stay up-to-date with market trends and customer needs.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Optimized pricing models based on market research findings, resulting in improved profit margins without compromising customer satisfaction levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Kean University
Union, NJ06-1984
Skills
- Client Support
- Consultative Selling
- Strategic Development
- Client Account Development
- Business Development
- Market Competitor Analysis
- Extensive Product Understanding
- Effective Sales Presentations
- Sales Projection Expertise
- Innovative Product Design
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Smithfield Foods, Inc
02.2007 - 03.2025
Regional Sales Manager
Tyson Foods
10.1993 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Kean University
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