Accomplished Outside Sales Representative offering 22 years of experience in paint industry. Seasoned leader with outstanding communication skills, leveraging positive rapport building and service-oriented acumen to garner, grow and sustain loyal customer relationships. Actively manage sales territory and develops plan and corrective actions to meet target of profitability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Dunn-Edwards
Redwood City, CA
02.2024 - Current
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Outside Sales Representative
Kelly Moore Paint Company
San Carlos, CA
06.2022 - 01.2024
Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements.
Utilized upselling techniques to maximize revenue.
Handled highest volume customer accounts in assigned territory.
Managed accounts by providing solutions that best fit the customer's needs.
Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
Provided training sessions for new staff members on sales processes and procedures.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email.
Followed up with customers after sale and delivery to ensure satisfaction and resolve any issues that arise.
Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Organized sale calls with customers and vendors.
Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products, and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
Closed product sales to increase revenue and build client loyalty.
Demonstrated products to potential customers and answered questions to close sales.
Store Manager
Kelly Moore Paint Company
Redwood City, CA
10.2006 - 05.2022
Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
Sales Associate
Orchard Supply Hardware LLC
Redwood City, CA
04.2001 - 06.2005
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
Non-profit Association at President of CSSA at SFSU(Chinese Student and Scholar Association)Non-profit Association at President of CSSA at SFSU(Chinese Student and Scholar Association)