Robert Kirkland
Greer,SC
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Executive
TD SYNNEX Public Sector
05.2025 - Current
- Managed vendor pipeline and oversaw order tracking to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery.
- Led and executed strategic initiatives with vendors to drive increased sales in the SLED (State, Local, and Education) market.
- Provided Public Sector expertise to enable, educate, and support the reseller base for stronger market penetration.
Business Development Representative
TD SYNNEX, Public Sector
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated government IT procurement processes, ensuring compliance while driving increased sales through all levels of Government.
- Delivered presentations on government IT procurement, educating and influencing 100+ stakeholders to drive informed decisions.
- Led contract negotiations, securing high-value agreements that streamlined procurement and enhanced vendor partnerships.
Valet
Southern Valet
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Responsible for safety of cars as well as keys.
- Upheld a high level of customer service.
- Worked weekends as well as night shifts.
Car detailer
Auto Safe Driving School
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Detailing cars used for driving instruction and helped with other tasks, such as groundskeeping.
Smoothie/Sales
GNC
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Ran smoothie department and provided sales support on sales floor as needed.
- Responsible for training new team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Advertising and Public Relations
University of South Carolina
01.2022
Skills
- Public Sector Procurement & Sales
- Negotiation & Persuasion
- Presentation & Public Speaking
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
Timeline
Business Development Executive
TD SYNNEX Public Sector
05.2025 - Current
Business Development Representative
TD SYNNEX, Public Sector
03.2023 - 05.2025
Valet
Southern Valet
10.2019 - 01.2021
Car detailer
Auto Safe Driving School
03.2016 - 01.2018
Smoothie/Sales
GNC
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Advertising and Public Relations
University of South Carolina