Michael Fansler
301 Wrenwood Ln, North Liberty,IN
Summary
Sales Representative with proven track record of consistently surpassing company and customer objectives through strategic relationship building and in-depth product expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Consultant
Indiana Beverage, Inc.
Elkhart, US
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Managed and contacted 30 liquor, grocery, and convenience stores to drive sales growth.
- Developed strong client relationships to identify beverage needs and preferences.
- Wrote orders for new products and displays to enhance store offerings.
- Provided detailed product information, including features, prices, and availability.
- Conducted account surveys to identify opportunities for business expansion.
- Collaborated with sales team members to achieve collective sales targets.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.
Merchandising Consultant
Indiana Beverage
South Bend, US
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Write orders in grocery stores and take care of all aspects of the sales call
- Run deliveries and make sure shelves and displays are packed out.
- Activate pricing promotions and look for pricing discrepancies.
- Build customer relationships through person to person interaction
Lead Merchandiser
Indiana Beverage
South Bend, US
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed 10-14 merchandisers across 4 counties in North Central Indiana.
- Responsible for 30+ Grocery Stores
- Trained and developed merchandisers to do the job effectively, efficiently, and safely.
- Developed relationships with customers in stores
- Was responsible for managerial duties (scheduling, time card management, expense management)
Merchandiser/Sales Assistant
Indiana Beverage
South Bend, US
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Developed product displays to enhance visual appeal and drive customer interest.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and reduce out of stock product.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
Landscape Installer
Hoffman's Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
North Manchester, US
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Install landscapes (plants, boulders, mulch, stone, etc.) to design
- Work with customers to ensure landscape is installed perfectly
- Schedule and manage a crew of 2-4 employees
- Operate heavy machinery (skid loaders and excavators)
- Certified ICPI installer
Landscape Maintenance Manager
Hoffman's Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
North Manchester, US
08.2012 - 12.2015
- Division manager of a $2.5 million company
- In charge of taking care of over 50 residential and commercial properties in Wabash County
- Schedule and manage a crew of 4 employees daily
- Fill out invoices and do billing for work completed
- Maintain customer relationships through calls and emails
- Licensed 3B applicator
- Managed snow removal
Ticket Sales Intern
Detroit Tigers
Detroit, US
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Involved in various preparations for games at Comerica Park
- Sent out mailings to season ticket holders
- Took orders for tickets and assisted with other problems related to tickets
- Ran reports through the Tigers spreadsheet system
Education
Bachelor - Sport Management and Marketing
Manchester University
North Manchester, IN05.2013
Skills
- Marketing and merchandising
- Training and development
- Client relationship management
- Inventory management
- Pricing strategy
- Promotion strategies
- Territory management
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Indiana Beverage, Inc.
04.2022 - 08.2025
Merchandising Consultant
Indiana Beverage
08.2020 - 04.2022
Lead Merchandiser
Indiana Beverage
05.2018 - 08.2020
Merchandiser/Sales Assistant
Indiana Beverage
03.2017 - 05.2020
Landscape Installer
Hoffman's Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
12.2015 - 11.2016
Landscape Maintenance Manager
Hoffman's Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
08.2012 - 12.2015
Ticket Sales Intern
Detroit Tigers
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor - Sport Management and Marketing
Manchester University
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