Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
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Ray Santana

Lake Wales

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record at Disney, Aarons, Geico and Progressive recognized for consistently exceeding sales targets and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in client relations and sales strategies, I leverage strong persuasion techniques and adaptability to drive revenue growth and foster lasting client relationships. Committed to delivering tailored solutions that meet diverse client needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Agent

Progressive
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided superior service to customers by quickly and courteously responding to requests, inquiries, suggestions and concerns.
  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets.
  • Achieved top performer status within the company due to consistent high sales numbers.
  • Improved overall customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions.
  • Identified new areas of opportunity within existing accounts by offering additional products or services based on their needs analysis results.
  • Delivered engaging sales presentations tailored specifically towards individual client needs, demonstrating a deep understanding of their business and industry.

Service Agent

GEICO
03.2019 - 07.2023
  • Utilized strong communication skills to effectively address customer concerns and provide solutions that met their needs.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new systems, tools, and procedures as needed for optimal performance.
  • Assisted clients with inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally for improved client relations.
  • Managed high call volumes while maintaining excellent customer service standards for prompt issue resolution.
  • Elevated the overall customer experience by consistently delivering personalized, attentive service and addressing client needs with urgency.
  • Maintained well-developed relationships with customers and fellow employees using strong problem-solving and positive engagement skills.
  • Exceeded performance goals consistently, earning recognition for outstanding service delivery.

Sales Manager

Aarons Furniture Store
09.2007 - 03.2019
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.

Sales Agent

Disney
05.2005 - 09.2007

. Worked at the Disney reservation center selling Resort reservations, tickets, dinning reservations and guests vacation planning.

  • Achieved top performer status within the company due to consistent high sales numbers.
  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets.
  • Improved overall customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions.
  • Delivered engaging sales presentations tailored specifically towards individual client needs, demonstrating a deep understanding of their business and industry.

Education

GED -

GED
Lakeland, FL

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

FACS
Bahia- Brazil
12-1996

Skills

  • Client relations
  • Customer assistance
  • Sales training
  • Technical support
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Call control
  • Persuasion techniques
  • Networking
  • Objection handling
  • Adaptability to change
  • Sales strategies

Accomplishments

  • Ranked top 10% in Lakeland-Fl for 2021 & 2022 at Geico.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Sales Agent

Progressive
08.2023 - Current

Service Agent

GEICO
03.2019 - 07.2023

Sales Manager

Aarons Furniture Store
09.2007 - 03.2019

Sales Agent

Disney
05.2005 - 09.2007

GED -

GED

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

FACS