Michael Brockman
Sales Consultant
Rice,MN
Summary
Looking to further sales career. Focused Sales Consultant providing exciting product demonstrations and convincing leads to purchase. Detailed and true team player. Pursuing new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Consultant
Johnson Brothers Liquor
5 2015 - Current
- Sales consultant for Johnson Brothers duties involve growing routes profitability as well as case volume
- This includes weekly sales calls, pitching new items and working to get add items and monthly features
- Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
- During this time, I have taken multiple wine and spirits classes as well as beer certification.
- Conducted comprehensive product demonstrations for clients, resulting in increased understanding of features and benefits.
Sales Consultant
Wirtz Beverage
6 2012 - 5 2015
- As a sales consultant my job was to grow the territory, not only in sales volume but also in profitability
- During this time, I continued to expand my knowledge base on wine, liquor and beer.
- Conducted comprehensive product demonstrations for clients, resulting in increased understanding of features and benefits.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
Merchandiser
Wirtz Beverage
11.2011 - 05.2015
- As a merchandiser I was support staff for the sales force
- Duties involved putting away freight and building displays, covering vacation routes, assisting in tastings, and running any will calls that were needed
- Also during this time, I increased my knowledge of the liquor and wine industry in preparation for a sales route.
Head of Security/Barback
Red Carpet Night Club
9 2005 - 04.2013
- Security Manager responsibilities include supervising all personnel on staff, monitoring sales and directing staff to adjust inventory levels as needed, provide resolution of problems using mediation skills
- The main and most important aspect of this position is to provide a safe environment to the patrons from the beginning to the end of their entertainment experience
- Barback responsibilities consisted of stocking multiple bars with all product essential to providing and exceeding our clients desired expectations
- Rotate stock and insure that proper freshness dates are within specifications.
Bartender
The Rox/Tavern on Germain
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Bartender as well as supervised waitstaff and door security
- Held responsibility for paying bands at the end of the night
- Also kept track of inventory and maintained product freshness.
Bartender
O'Hara's Brew Pub
09.2004 - 08.2005
- Bartender and was responsible for providing a fun and entertaining environment while safely serving our patrons.
Education
Scottsdale, AZ
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Skills
Work well with others
Excellent Communication Skills
Great Multi-tasking Skills
Willing to learn
Self motivated
Excellent Problem Solver
IBM/PC/Mac
MS Word
E-mail
Excel
Timeline
Merchandiser
Wirtz Beverage
11.2011 - 05.2015
Bartender
The Rox/Tavern on Germain
01.2006 - 01.2007
Bartender
O'Hara's Brew Pub
09.2004 - 08.2005
Sales Consultant
Johnson Brothers Liquor
5 2015 - Current
Sales Consultant
Wirtz Beverage
6 2012 - 5 2015
Head of Security/Barback
Red Carpet Night Club
9 2005 - 04.2013