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Reuben Bautista

Pacifica,CA

Summary

Proven Sales Representative with a track record of enhancing client satisfaction and expanding customer bases at KGBS - Central Milling. Expert in customer relationship building and interpersonal communication, adept at increasing sales revenue through strategic account targeting. Demonstrates exceptional service, fostering trust and long-term growth.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

KGBS - Central Milling
10.2018 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Participated in trade shows to network and generate leads.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers

Sales Representative

Giusto's Specialty Foods
09.1998 - 10.2018
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Participated in trade shows to network and generate leads.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.

Warehouse Foreman

Giusto's Specialty Foods
09.1988 - 09.1998
  • Collaborated with management to implement new initiatives and policies and achieve benchmarks for production, quality, and safety.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Established a strong relationship with transportation providers to guarantee timely and efficient delivery of outbound shipments.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to warehouse operations including OSHA standards.

Warehouseman

Guisto's Specialty Foods
09.1986 - 09.1988
  • Improved accuracy in order picking through meticulous organization and attention to detail.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Assisted in the development of a more efficient warehouse layout, maximizing space utilization while maintaining accessibility for workers and equipment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Managed incoming shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies as needed.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily productivity goals and complete tasks on time.
  • Expedited shipping processes by accurately completing paperwork and maintaining strict adherence to timelines.
  • Assisted warehouse manager with during busy periods, developing new skills while boosting warehouse efficiency.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.

Clerk/Night Crew Foreman

Alpha Beta Supermarkets
12.1981 - 09.1986

Head Cook

Boar's Head Restaurant
03.1977 - 12.1981

Education

High School Diploma -

Aragon High School
San Mateo, CA

No Degree - General Education

College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relations
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Interpersonal communication skills

Timeline

Sales Representative

KGBS - Central Milling
10.2018 - 10.2024

Sales Representative

Giusto's Specialty Foods
09.1998 - 10.2018

Warehouse Foreman

Giusto's Specialty Foods
09.1988 - 09.1998

Warehouseman

Guisto's Specialty Foods
09.1986 - 09.1988

Clerk/Night Crew Foreman

Alpha Beta Supermarkets
12.1981 - 09.1986

Head Cook

Boar's Head Restaurant
03.1977 - 12.1981

High School Diploma -

Aragon High School

No Degree - General Education

College of San Mateo

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