25+ years of working in customer centered environments
Experienced territory manager with 30+ locations, each driven to a high level of service through strong relationship building
Managed more than 25 direct reports including lower management, personnel and floor associates
Well-developed and tested marketing and merchandizing skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Detail and task focused with an entrepreneurial mindset
Relationship builder and goal oriented
Driven Territory Manager leads and motivates front-line employees to capture sales opportunities and enhance bottom line. History of building new territories while tenaciously developing revenue channels and acquiring customers. Proven program management, strategic planning and operational problem-solving expertise.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Account Manager
Sprint/Dish Network - Merged in 2020
, SC
01.2008 - Current
Sales driven position with local dealers and national retail
Exemplary team building and leadership skills as evidence by being 2021, 2022 sales leader and thus far sales leader in 2023
Enhanced customer service by driving execution and performance
Coach and develope store managers and sales representatives to their highest potential
I am the Southeast Region Mentor to all new hire Territory Managers
Assist with team audit and preparedness
Built and maintain positive, strong, long-lasting relationships within all my dealer locations with owners, Ops, DM's and Sales Representatives
Maximize territory returns by actively pursuing new partnerships and accounts.
Track sales performance and assist with all performance plans to ensure all metrics are met/surpassed
Leader of my peers, I'm known to all as the go to territory manager for any questions, concerns or assistance with their locations as needed
I'm highly respected and appreciated by leadership, dealers and their employees
Recruitment of locations to assist in the growth and success of the GEN Mobile product line
Solved routine issues and complex problems impacting sales, billing and service delivery to keep territory operations successful and profitable.
Maintained a thorough understanding of industry trends, products, services, competitors, pricing structures, and regulations within the assigned territory.
Assisted customers in resolving product or service issues quickly and efficiently.
Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Maintained direct personal contact with all assigned accounts and fostered relations with new ones.
Territory Account Manager
T-Mobile
South Bend, IN
08.2006 - 01.2008
Sales driven position within the indirect and National Channel
Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
Assisted customers in resolving product or service issues quickly and efficiently.
Managed daily operations of multiple accounts in assigned territories.
Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Maintained direct personal contact with all assigned accounts and fostered relations with new ones.
Developed solid connections with customers to promote products.
Tracked sales performance and assisted with performance plans to ensure all metrics were met
Focused on sales compliance, positive customer experience and ensuring all customer issues were resolved in a timely manor.
Maintained a thorough understanding of industry trends, products, services, competitors, pricing structures, and regulations within the assigned territory.
Solved routine issues and complex problems impacting sales, billing and service delivery to keep territory operations successful and profitable.
Retail Management
Sam's Club/ Walmart
Mishawaka, IN
09.1996 - 08.2006
Held various management positions throughout my tenure
Scheduling all associates to meet customer demand
Conducted and administered coaching for success, coaching for improvement and annual evaluations
Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service satisfaction.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Monitored competitor pricing and adjusted store pricing accordingly based on market trends.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth implementation of promotional activities.
Created weekly work schedules for store personnel while ensuring labor cost targets were met.
Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
Organized special events such as holiday promotions and clearance sales.
Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
Attended and completed Sam's Club University for women in leadership program.
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Oversaw cash handling procedures including deposits, returns, refunds, and exchanges.
Collaborated with senior management team to develop new business initiatives aimed at increasing profitability.
Property Management
Troyer and Associates
Goshen, IN
09.1989 - 09.1996
Responsible for growing the business by increasing customer clientele and procuring additional properties
Ensured all properties were turned in a timely manner, which helped to reduce lost revenue
Assisted in hiring all office and maintenance personnel
In my seven-year tenure, I assisted in growing our property from only 101 properties to more than 1000 upon my departure.
Reviewed tenant ledgers to ensure timely payment of rent and other fees; initiated collection activities as needed.
Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
Created detailed reports regarding current occupancy rates, rental rates, delinquencies.
Performed audits on tenant accounts; reviewed prior payments and deposits for accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, IN
04-1996
Skills
Staff Development
Revenue Generation
Strategic Planning
Relationship Building
Product Demonstrations
Channels and Distribution Knowledge
Product and Service Sales
Goal Setting
Staff Evaluation
Opportunities Identification
Team Collaboration and Leadership
Business Development
Issue Resolution
Business Growth
Product Positioning
Brand Promotion
Improvement Planning
Customer Relationship Management
Staff Training
Client Consultations
Sales Leadership
Marketing Expertise
Competitor Research
Time Management
Territory Management
Operations
Staff Management
Sales Development
Multitasking and Organization
Awards
Sprint Genius Award Winner 2023 Sales leader 2022 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th quarter sales leader Troyer and Associates' Most Caring Professional Award
Accomplishments
Sprint Genius Award - Development of a Safety App
2021 and 2022 Sales leader
Most Caring Professional - Awarded by the Office of the Mayor
Program Specialist at Centene Corporation (Merged with WellCare Health Plans 2020)Program Specialist at Centene Corporation (Merged with WellCare Health Plans 2020)