Rob Thissen
North Mankato,MN
Summary
I have been a successful sales professional for the last 26 years. Successful in expanding territories and staying mentally focused. A very Skilled negotiator with complex problem solving skills. I am an energetic and well organized individual.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Ecolab Sales & Service
Ecolab
01.2025 - Current
- Used excellent communication skills to help assist customers with their needs.
- Managed time efficiently in order to see all customers on a day to day basis.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships to help build report with customers.
- Managed high pressure situations effectively, maintaining professionalism while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions with B2B sales ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
Sales Representative
Northern Lights Food Service
11.2020 - 12.2025
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction.
- Implemented marketing strategies and techniques, increasing revenue.
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new customers.
- Tailored sales approaches and techniques to specific client businesses.
- Enhanced territory operations through successful cold-calling of area business and establishing new contracts.
Sales Representative
Chip Steak And Provision
09.2010 - 11.2020
- Delivered food products to bars and restaurants in southern minnesota using a CLASS B CDL license.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting new products.
- Achieved yearly sales goals.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
Machine Operator
Northwest Packaging
03.2004 - 05.2009
- Delivered products to businesses throw-out Minnesota using a CDL License.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted machine settings in preparation for many different production operations.
- Inspected finished products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Sales Associate
JC Penny
03.2002 - 03.2006
- Managed inventory storage in clean and organized fashion While monitoring deliveries coming into warehouse.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Organized warehouse and stockroom areas using forklift and pallet jacks.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
Cashier
Texaco Gas Station
09.1998 - 03.2002
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise in an orderly fashion.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Sales And Marketing Education
South Central College
North Mankato05-2007
High School Diploma -
Mankato West High School
Mankato05-2002
Skills
- Sales expertise
- Account development
- Performance improvement
- Problem solving strength
- Customer Relations
- Food product marketing
- Excellence in computers
- Class B CDL Drivers License
- Flexible and adaptable
Timeline
Ecolab Sales & Service
Ecolab
01.2025 - Current
Sales Representative
Northern Lights Food Service
11.2020 - 12.2025
Sales Representative
Chip Steak And Provision
09.2010 - 11.2020
Machine Operator
Northwest Packaging
03.2004 - 05.2009
Sales Associate
JC Penny
03.2002 - 03.2006
Cashier
Texaco Gas Station
09.1998 - 03.2002
High School Diploma -
Mankato West High School
Associate of Arts - Sales And Marketing Education
South Central College
Magic and Hypnosis Entertainment
I am Skilled in the art of Stage Magic and Hypnosis for comedic entertainment. I have been a fulltime entertainer for more than 20 years. I grew up in this type of business and stuck with it myself. These side magic jobs never land on or during the time of my regular employment. (it will never interfere in anyway).