Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Richard Cline

LARGO

Summary

Goal-oriented and hardworking with solid track record of high performance in consumer goods and retail businesses. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Accomplished Sales Manager offering 35 plus years of experience developing and maximizing sales. Expertise in marketing strategies, product promotion and merchandising to achieve market penetration. Successful record of expanding network connections through persuasive brand imaging. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

National Sales Director & Marketing Manager

Pro Products, LLC
04.2007 - 04.2021
  • Managed logistics operations associated with product distribution across all regions.
  • Implemented data-driven decision making processes designed to optimize operational efficiency across all regions.
  • Developed and implemented national sales strategies to increase brand awareness, market share and profitability.
  • Developed a comprehensive training program for new sales representatives to ensure they had the skills needed to succeed in their roles.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop promotional materials that aligned with overall business strategy.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and mentorship support to regional sales teams to help improve individual performance levels.
  • Built relationships with customers and industry professionals to establish long-term business growth.

General Manager of Operations

American Hydro Systems, Inc.
04.1985 - 04.2021
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.

Load Master and Logistics Manager

US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
08.1977 - 09.2010
  • Streamlined logistics processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
  • Optimized storage space utilization with effective layout planning and organization techniques.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.

Education

Associate of Science -

Community College of The Air Force
01-1990

Bachelor of Arts -

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
12-1980

Associate of Arts -

St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL
06-1977

Skills

  • Key Account Management
  • Staff Recruiting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Strategy management
  • Solution selling
  • Staff Development
  • Sales leadership and training
  • Supplier sourcing
  • Sales strategy development
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

National Sales Director & Marketing Manager

Pro Products, LLC
04.2007 - 04.2021

General Manager of Operations

American Hydro Systems, Inc.
04.1985 - 04.2021

Load Master and Logistics Manager

US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
08.1977 - 09.2010

Associate of Science -

Community College of The Air Force

Bachelor of Arts -

Delaware State University

Associate of Arts -

St. Petersburg College
Richard Cline