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Rick Saar

Rochester,MN

Summary

Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.

Work History

National Sales Manager

SnoBear Industries
  • Sales Manager of newly developed Ice Fishing Machine
  • Soley responsible for all sales, marketing and developing marketing materials.
  • Solely responsible for setting up all Trade Shows, Promotions and Events
  • Soley Responsible for setting up Dealer Network for entire Country.
  • Delivered comprehensive sales presentations, showcasing company''s products and services to secure new business contracts.
  • Prepared sales presentations to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.

District Sales Manager

Mazda Motors Of America

Representative to Mazda Automobile Dealers in my territory.

  • Trained sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques.
  • Assisted with inventory/product mix
  • Supported dealer profitability
  • Exceeded annual sales targets through strategic planning, territory optimization, and customer relationship building.
  • Led sales meetings to communicate objectives, review progress against goals, and discuss areas for improvement.
  • Worked diligently with dealers and management teams to forge lasting relationships and assist in solving unique business problems.
  • Modeled strong negotiation skills to help team members close tough deals with lucrative clients.
  • Built strong relationships with dealers and sales staff.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Prepared sales presentations for sales staff showing success and credibility of products.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies for district.
  • Improved team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.

Skills

  • Sales Presentations
  • Product Sales
  • Solution Selling
  • Relationship Building
  • Excellent Interpersonal Communication
  • Team Player/Coachable
  • Adaptability
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism
  • Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

National Sales Manager

SnoBear Industries

District Sales Manager

Mazda Motors Of America
Rick Saar