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Michael Thompson

BASF Corp
Wildwood,FL
27
Years of experience

Results-driven sales professional skilled in account management, territory growth, and distributor engagement. Excels in consultative selling and effective communication, fostering strong customer relationships that enhance sales performance. Proven ability to streamline operations and support sales teams, contributing to overall business success.

Work History

Distribution Manager

8 Years
BASF Corp | Mount Olive, New Jersey | 09.1998 - 09.2006

Rationalized distribution network for improved efficiency

Streamlined distributor communication through implementation of electronic tools

Integrated new product lines into distributor network.

Trained distributers on new product lines in their regions.

Worked with product managers to target sales growth

Made joint calls with sales representatives throughout the United States.

Developed interactive CD products and applications

Sales

19 Years 2 Months
Union Carbide Chemical | Hackensack, New Jersey | 07.1979 - 09.1998
  • Cultivated customer relationships through consultative sales discussions and diligent follow-up.
  • Established strong customer connections, contributing to increased sales growth.
  • Conducted regular follow-ups with prospects, ensuring timely progression of deals.
  • Processed sales orders, contracts, and account records with accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management

Montclair State University | Montclair, NJ | 05-1979
  • 18 weeks of Industrial Chemistry education provided by Union Carbide.
  • Annual review of product chemistry reviews

Skills

Sales forecasting
Sales experience
Sales process
Sales planning
Sales plan development
Sales quotas
Sales targeting
Sales reporting
Sales performance reporting
Account management
Customer relationship management
Customer relationship
Consultative selling
Lead qualification
Prospect follow-up
Territory management
Negotiation skills
Effective communication
Interpersonal rapport
Relationship building
Problem solving

Timeline

Distribution Manager

BASF Corp
09.1998 - 09.2006Read More

Sales

Union Carbide Chemical
07.1979 - 09.1998Read More

Montclair State University

Bachelor of Science from Marketing Management
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Michael Thompson