Melissa Bellows
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Ambitious professional with years of experience in sales, bringing strong relationship building, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Self motivated and adaptable, with the ability to manage priorities, meet goals, and drive results. Recognized for building trust, adaptability, and delivering value in fast paced environments. Seeking to leverage my skills and dedication to growth in a new role, offering fresh challenges and opportunities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of Sales
Tahoe Spirits, Inc
South Lake Tahoe
09.2024 - Current
- Established key relationships with major accounts in order to identify opportunities for business expansion.
- Maintained strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
- Generated and followed up on customer inquiries.
- Manage budgets, pricing strategies, and sales incentives.
- Prepared budgets and approved budget expenditures.
- Hybrid with regular travel.
Market Manager
Tahoe Spirits, Inc
South Lake Tahoe, CA
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Sell products to new and existing customers, including corporate chain accounts, bars, restaurants, hotels/casinos, liquor stores, and distributors.
- Manage a territory of accounts to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers and decision-makers.
- Conduct regular visits to accounts to ensure product availability, and support.
- Relocated to manage Southern California territory.
Area Manager
Tahoe Spirits, Inc.
South Lake Tahoe
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Identified opportunities for growth through analysis of current market trends.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase market share and improve customer experience
- Coordinate in-store tastings, events, and promotions to drive brand awareness.
- Provide training and product knowledge and sales techniques.
Skills
- Relationship building
- Organization and time management
- Multitasking
- Problem solving
- Discretion and professionalism
- Negotiation skills
- Key account development
- Sales planning
- Key account management
- Territory management
Certification
- CPR Certified
- RBS Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
VP of Sales
Tahoe Spirits, Inc
09.2024 - Current
Market Manager
Tahoe Spirits, Inc
04.2022 - 09.2024
Area Manager
Tahoe Spirits, Inc.
06.2016 - 04.2022
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