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MATTHEW SKOOG

Mount Prospect,IL.

Summary

To obtain a position with an organization where consultative sales skills can be fully utilized, within a business development role, including opportunity for advancement. SUMMARY: SALES LEADER AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST with experience in fast-paced, results-oriented, technology and consulting company with a demonstrated success in leading change and driving incremental competitive growth. Background includes new business development, consultative sales, sales management, marketing and training. Recognized for developing strategic executive level relationships, becoming a trusted advisor and solving complex business challenges. Committed to maximizing bottom line results and delivering total client service. Specific experience as a business leader in: Consultative Sales Executive Sales Program Management Business Development Coaching Sales Operations

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Chicago Water and Fire Restoration
12.2020 - 06.2023
  • Performed Xactimate Estimates for all Major Insurance Companies
  • Achieved a 93% close rate on all of my projects
  • Coordinated Site Visits with Insurance Adjusters
  • Trained New Project Managers at New Branch in Houston
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

Field Sales Accounts Manager

Piper Plastics, Inc
01.2012 - 12.2018
  • Consulted Medical Device Manufacturers on material selection and design of Orthopedic Implants
  • Increased Medical Equipment Revenues by 170% by allying 3 customers with unique core competencies
  • Developed strategic alliance with Baxter Healthcare Engineers to streamline rapid prototyping of fluid manifolds
  • Secured new Prosthetic and Robotic business by promoting and selling metal replacement polymer originally marketed for aircraft
  • Represented Piper Plastics and Quadrant at Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)
  • Opened new Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Market by partnering with Lockheed Martin
  • Managed North American Caterpillar Mining Division Wear Components and Aftermarket Components
  • Consulted Bosch Tools on a new line of magnesium replacement Skil Branded components
  • Coordinated sales efforts with inside and outside sales representatives while closing business in the field
  • Coordinated staff schedules to properly allocate resources and meet business needs.
  • Accompanied sales representatives on site visits to resolve issues and foster and build relationships.

Sales Representative

Medtronic Spine and Biologics, Sofamor Danek
03.2008 - 01.2012
  • Achieved quota in 2009 holding a newly created position
  • Represented a broad disposable, interbody, fusion and biologic surgical product portfolio to all hospitals / surgical centers within Metro, North and South Chicago
  • Exceeded the expectations of hospitals, surgical centers by garnering their respect and loyalty
  • Maintained superior relationships with a broad range of surgeons general, orthopedic, neurologist, etc
  • Comfortable selling in an intense and competitive operating room environment (with competitors present)
  • Converted competitive surgeons to use Medtronic Spine and Biologics (MSB) products in their daily surgical practice
  • Practiced market expansion (vs
  • Market penetration) by presenting revolutionary new products and procedures to surgeons and hospital product committees
  • Examples include MIS, Navigable Instruments
  • Coordinated and executed educational seminars for surgeons (cadaver labs, fellowship workshops)
  • Interacted extensively with RN’s, purchasing directors, perioperative services directors
  • Provided educational support for RN’s and hospital staff regarding the processes involved in all MSB devices used on site
  • Documented and maintained a sales pipeline, company vehicle, monthly expense budget, and other administrative documents
  • Coordinated many events with local surgeons and staff
  • Converted competitive surgeons to MSB utilizing a cross channel business development sales plan
  • Represented MSB at hospitals throughout all Chicago area territories
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Operations Management / Information Systems

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
2001

Skills

  • Multi-Unit Operations Management
  • Contract Development
  • Conflict Management
  • Team Bonding
  • Project Planning
  • Project Management
  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Presentations
  • Sales and Marketing

Timeline

Project Manager

Chicago Water and Fire Restoration
12.2020 - 06.2023

Field Sales Accounts Manager

Piper Plastics, Inc
01.2012 - 12.2018

Sales Representative

Medtronic Spine and Biologics, Sofamor Danek
03.2008 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Operations Management / Information Systems

Northern Illinois University
MATTHEW SKOOG