Mike Peerson
Clay Center,KS
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 25 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels within an organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Java Junkies Owner/CEO
Peerson Bros. LLC
11.2018 - 09.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Trade Sales Representative
Pella Products Of Kansas
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Conducted product demonstrations to homeowners and contractors to highlight different products and styles.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of the brand.
Branch Operations Manager
Border States
06.2013 - 10.2017
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Trained employees on proper procedures and strategies to improve productivity.
Sales and Consulting Manager
CivicReady
12.2014 - 11.2015
- Developed detailed presentations based on research of community needs and civic structure.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Territory Manager
Boyd Metals
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Manage and coordinate with 7 inside sales representatives to secure large volume orders, contract management and fulfillment, inventory control, and customer service.
- Designed and executed several 'stock and release' programs which increased the combined territory sales.
- Identified a need for vendor managed inventory and coordinated with these vendors to get competitive pricing and tonnage commitments enabling more competitive rates and stronger value to clients
- Utilized cross-selling tactics to successfully launch a new, complimentary product line to the company’s existing product mix.
Outside Sales Representative
Ryerson
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Led and managed a territory of more than $8 million annually, while continuously achieving double digit growth each year.
- Oversaw all aspects of customer service, inventory management, purchasing, and continuously exceeded sales targets to grow total portfolio.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration – Business Management -
University of Central Arkansas
05.1996
Skills
- Business Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Negotiation and Persuasion
Affiliations
- Clay Center City Councilman
- Rotary International
- TeamMates Mentoring Board Member
- CCYBA Board Member
- CCBA Member
- Youth Sports Coach for Several Organizations
Timeline
Java Junkies Owner/CEO
Peerson Bros. LLC
11.2018 - 09.2023
Trade Sales Representative
Pella Products Of Kansas
11.2017 - 11.2018
Sales and Consulting Manager
CivicReady
12.2014 - 11.2015
Branch Operations Manager
Border States
06.2013 - 10.2017
Territory Manager
Boyd Metals
01.2004 - 01.2013
Outside Sales Representative
Ryerson
01.1999 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Business Administration – Business Management -
University of Central Arkansas