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Phillip Taylor

Bristol,Tennessee

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Focused Sales Consultant providing exciting product demonstrations and convincing leads to purchase. Detailed and quick-paced and true team player. Pursuing new sales-driven role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

Toyota Of Bristol
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and tailored product recommendations.
  • Generated increased sales revenue through effective lead generation and follow-up efforts.
  • Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
  • Enhanced team performance by sharing successful sales strategies and best practices in regular team meetings.
  • Strengthened brand reputation by delivering superior customer experiences that fostered loyalty and repeat business.
  • Nurtured leads through consistent follow-ups, ultimately converting prospects into satisfied customers.
  • Attended ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and product offerings – applying knowledge gained to better serve customers.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting fellow Sales Consultants in achieving their individual goals and targets.
  • Increased referral business by establishing a strong rapport with existing clients, leading to positive word-of-mouth recommendations and an expanded customer base.
  • Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Maintained sense of urgency in answering customer questions and requests through email or voice message.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Licensed Insurance Agent

Family First Life
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Provided coverage option information to assist clients in protecting assets.
  • Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
  • Upsold additional products and services after identifying customer needs and requirements.
  • Utilized advanced sales skills to overcome objections, persuade clients to purchase policies and close deals.
  • Tracked progress of all outstanding insurance claims.
  • Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.
  • Assessed coverage plans and long-term business goals to successfully align new products with plans and strategies.
  • Leveraged knowledge of company insurance products and services to advise customers on appropriate choices.
  • Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options.
  • Reported policy changes and company conditions affecting customer satisfaction.

Utility Operator

Royal Mouldings
01.2016 - 04.2021
  • Oversaw machines and task execution to implement changes to improve results.
  • Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • operated and maintained suredge machine to produce proper sealing of products
  • oversaw two suredge crews on shift and troubleshot any problems the machines or products had
  • operated forklift and crab lift machines
  • supervised two crews and 5 workers training each on the machinery, proper seal of products, and kept each line loaded and running at appropriate speed to meet production goals each shift.
  • finalized paperwork for the shift, computer print off of each order and unit prepared, and organized it in the area it was being transferred to

Manager

McDonalds
04.2014 - 10.2015
  • Evaluated report data to proactively adjust and enhance operations.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Achieved or exceeded financial goals on regular basis by controlling expenses, optimizing schedules and regulating inventory usage.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Raised performance in areas of sales, management and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement.
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Recorded inventory sales into organization's weekly income report.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.

Central Supply Clerk/Tansport Director/Ambassador

Continium Care Of Weber City
12.2011 - 11.2012

Worked until the final day of operation, was the last employee for the company facility upon closure

  • Maintained automated system for tracking group supplies and equipment.
  • Oversaw supply requests, accountability and receipts.
  • Acted as primary contact for supply chain management systems, tools and data and ran regular reports in support of supply chain business processes.
  • Prepared unit and organizational supply documentation.
  • Entered and completed entries of commodity movements data in system and monitored commodity contract application, review and follow up.
  • Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
  • Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Scheduled transports of residents, transported residents to and from appointments, served as back up for medical records
  • served as resident ambassador on a quarterly schedule to maintain familiarity with residents and changing at end of quarter to another group or residents
  • helped schedule group activities throughout the day and week for residents and promote a great family based morale in the facility

Baler Operator

Brock
11.2007 - 04.2008
  • Read information and workplace documents to understand job requirements.
  • Unloaded and unpacked arriving raw materials.
  • Set up equipment for operation and adjusted settings.
  • Packaged and loaded finished product for customer shipments.
  • Assisted with equipment set-up prior to operation and cleaning.
  • Operated forklift and freight handling equipment.
  • Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.

Assembler/Stacker

Builder's First Source
03.2004 - 11.2007
  • Inspected final packaging to certify fit to customer specifications.
  • Monitored complicated machinery and adjusted or shut down when problems arose.
  • Complied with company policy and legal regulations to achieve and maintain safe working environment.
  • Packaged items for shipment by date coding, case taping and palletizing.
  • Identified and removed products that did not meet quality control standards.
  • Adhered to safety rules and regulations when operating saws, forklifts and other equipment.
  • Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Demonstrated highest level of ethical conduct when dealing with customers, team members and management.
  • Maintained appearance of yard and racks by disposing of trash and debris and keeping stock organized.
  • Prepared materials for safe movement and shipment and used banding machine, clincher, stretch film and crating.
  • Built loads and loaded trucks for outbound delivery.
  • Operated forklift, payloader and railcar mover with focus on precision and safety.
  • Worked evenings, weekends and holidays to meet needs of business.
  • built roof trusses following the specified orders

Education

Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2027

Certification - Pharmacy Tech

Johnson City Adult Educational Center
Johnson City, Tn

GED -

William N. Neff Center
Abingdon, VA
05.2005

Basic

Happy Valley High School
Elizabethton, TN

Skills

  • New Agent Training
  • Insurance Sales
  • Insurance Knowledge
  • Sales
  • Client Retention
  • Cross-Selling
  • Prospecting Clients
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Training Programs
  • Appointment Setting
  • Product Knowledge
  • Sales Strategies
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Leads Prospecting
  • Product knowledge
  • Contract negotiation
  • Strong communication
  • Cold calling
  • Sales strategy
  • CRM proficiency
  • Relationship building
  • Closing techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Email marketing
  • Upselling techniques
  • Referral generation
  • Client retention
  • Customer service
  • Customer Needs Assessment

Timeline

Sales Consultant

Toyota Of Bristol
03.2022 - 01.2024

Licensed Insurance Agent

Family First Life
02.2021 - 07.2022

Utility Operator

Royal Mouldings
01.2016 - 04.2021

Manager

McDonalds
04.2014 - 10.2015

Central Supply Clerk/Tansport Director/Ambassador

Continium Care Of Weber City
12.2011 - 11.2012

Baler Operator

Brock
11.2007 - 04.2008

Assembler/Stacker

Builder's First Source
03.2004 - 11.2007

Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology

Liberty University

Certification - Pharmacy Tech

Johnson City Adult Educational Center

GED -

William N. Neff Center

Basic

Happy Valley High School
Phillip Taylor