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Michael Vinson

Richmond,VA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Attentive manager experienced in guiding and motivating top-quality talent. Well-versed in assessing sales performance and managing staff performance against challenging expectations. Committed to consistently fostering superior customer service standards and communicating with tact and diplomacy. 8+ years of experience in the management, leadership, and training roles. Skilled with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and CRM.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

A&H Management

Corporate Trainer / Outside Sales Rep.
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Hire new talent, train them in their positions, and assist them in their professional growth
  • Exceed sales targets by analyzing individuals and leveraging strong communication skills
  • Demonstrate product knowledge and company expertise by addressing client concerns
  • Collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes and optimize sales performance.
  • Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.

AutoZone

Commercial Sales Manager
06.2020 - 01.2024

Job overview

  • Create and confirm invoices for various local and international shops
  • Task delivery drivers with deliveries in most economical and time-sensitive routes
  • Train new employees on proper equipment handling, routes, and techniques to do job efficiently
  • Reconcile company credit card purchases, file paperwork on sales, gross margins, profits, KPIs, market shares, etc., and maintain records.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, leading to long-term business growth and increased brand loyalty.
  • Ensured client retention and increased repeat business by maintaining regular communication with existing customers to assess satisfaction levels and identify additional sales opportunities.

Vietnam Veterans of America

Driver / Donation Collector
01.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Collect donations, ranging from clothing to furniture, all across the state of Virginia
  • Performed daily pre-trip checklists and submitted reports at the end of the day and week
  • Adjusted itineraries and utilized navigation tools to maximize trip efficiency and customer satisfaction
  • Trained new hires on proper equipment handling, driving techniques, loading/unloading, etc.

Education

University of South Carolina - Aiken
Aiken, SC

from biomedical engineering
05.2016

University Overview

Minor: marketing and management

Skills

  • Writing and Language
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Conversant in Spanish
  • Inventory Management
  • Administration and Leadership
  • Education and Training
  • Large Machinery Operation
  • Mentorship
  • Policy Development
  • Course design

References

  • Chris Huckabay, (804) 314-4740
  • Lamar Hacket, (703) 220-2479
  • Mary E. Williams, (804) 402-0025

Timeline

Corporate Trainer / Outside Sales Rep.

A&H Management
01.2024 - Current

Commercial Sales Manager

AutoZone
06.2020 - 01.2024

Driver / Donation Collector

Vietnam Veterans of America
01.2019 - 03.2020

University of South Carolina - Aiken

from biomedical engineering
Michael Vinson