Ronald "Dean" Edmonson
Mountain Home,ID
Summary
I am a rapid learner who enjoys challenging myself with new skills to enhance my capabilities for the company's benefit. I have a knack for the art of selling; I believe it's my calling and where I excel the most. I thrive on the excitement of tackling new challenges, objectives and closing deals.
I possess a go-getter attitude and am eager to exceed my job description to guarantee that the customer enjoys a seamless and exceptional experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
Commercial Tire Sales
Mountain Home, ID
02.2025 - Current
- Monitored competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition.
- Drafted proposals outlining services, costs, and benefits for prospective customers.
- Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Ensured that all necessary safety precautions were taken when working with heavy machinery or hazardous materials.
- Communicated with customers regarding repairs made on their equipment.
- Ensured all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and timely.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls for breakdowns or malfunctions of customer equipment.
- Created and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in developing business plans that identified opportunities for growth within existing accounts.
- Conducted market research to identify potential customers, competitors, and trends in the industry.
Motor Coach Salesmen
IWS Sales
Mountain Home, ID
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Greeted customers and provided assistance in selecting the right RV for their needs.
- Assisted customers with any paperwork needed to complete purchase.
- Advised customers on financing options available and helped them get approved.
- Performed walkthroughs of RVs to demonstrate features, accessories, and benefits.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for customer inquiries.
- Conducted market research to stay informed about current trends in the industry.
- Answered phone calls from potential buyers and responded promptly to emails.
- Participated in trade shows to promote the dealership's products and services.
- Collaborated with other departments such as service, finance, marketing. to ensure customer satisfaction throughout the purchasing process.
- Inspected RVs before delivery ensuring all components were working properly according to manufacturer specifications.
Sales Representative/Sales Account Manager
Inventive Group
Mountain Home, ID
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Made seamless transfer from our sister company IWS Sales
- Successfully handled a portfolio of over 120 Active Dealer accounts
- Collaborated on driving total sales to exceed $26 million across four organizations during the year 2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a professional sales position for 4 companies at the same time (In The Ditch Towing Products, Fish Fighter Products, Razorback Off Road, and Inventive Products)
- Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
- Conducted market research to identify potential customers.
- Identified key decision makers in target accounts and developed relationships with them.
- Presented company products, services and solutions to prospective clients in a professional manner.
- Developed and implemented Lean Manufacturing processes to reduce waste, optimize resources, and increase productivity.
- Implemented 6S methodology to ensure an organized work environment.
- Attended trade shows and conventions to promote company products.
- Organized promotional activities including trade shows, conferences, and events.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Inventory Specialist
IWS Sales
Mountain Home, ID
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Received, evaluated and scanned in new inventory, updated computer database and proactively resolved variances.
- Executed scheduled inventory cycle counts and made necessary adjustments to virtual inventory records.
- Coordinated inventory, stocking and ordering.
- Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
- Inspected incoming materials for damage.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to obtain competitive prices.
- Assisted with execution of projects and made recommendations for process improvement to appropriate leaders.
- Coordinated receipt of incoming materials and verified accuracy of items received.
- Performed data import, scanning or manual keying processes to verify invoice accuracy.
Car Salesman
Larry H Miller Dodge
Boise, ID
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Greeted customers at arrival to build positive relationships and discuss vehicles.
- Responded to inquiries from potential customers via email and telephone.
- Showcased vehicle features and took customers on test drives in local area.
- Managed sales negotiations and financing options.
- Checked purchased vehicles at delivery time for damage and completed remaining preparations.
- Consistently exceeded quotas by pursuing and closing sales.
- Averaged 13 Car Sales per month with a high of 18 sales in one month
- Salemen of the Month (Most units sold out of 23 Sales people)
Water Transfer Project Manager
Aureus Energy Services
Nunn, CO
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Trained and coached key team members on production techniques to establish expectations and ensure compliance with quality guidelines.
- Outlined work plans, assessed resources and determined timelines for projects.
- Focused on product value to decrease waste and boost customer satisfaction.
- Produced status reports for customers and senior management.
- Inspected tools in field and in shop to verify functionality and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with coworkers to update safety practices and uphold effective safety behaviors.
- Monitored gauges and pressure pumps throughout tasks to check safety and operational performance.
- Cleaned workspaces and shop areas regular basis to maintain safety and performance standards.
- Paid close attention to operations schedules and timelines to achieve targets and maintain optimal productivity levels.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
- Estimated quantities and costs of all project materials for owner review.
- Documented all labor hours and budget expenses for project.
- Introduced change improvement plans to ensure process alignments with specific goals, methodologies and initiatives throughout management office.
- Managed administrative processes and prepared key reports and documentation.
- Completed quarterly employee performance evaluations to identify deficiencies and recommend improvement strategies.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence and packages to support smooth daily operations.
- Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.
- Created, utilized and updated variety of databases and spreadsheets for reference utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Water Transfer Tech Lead
ND Energy Services
Dickinson, IN
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted in design and setup of water treatment activities
- Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently
- Maintained appropriate levels and temperature
- Followed applicable regulations, including EPA and OSHA, to maintain the safety of the water and all personnel
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
- Inputted information from customer calls and onsite service visits into the company's system using email
- Oversaw various projects from conceptualization to completion
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction
- Provided onsite training
- Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions
- Planned and executed all different sizes of tasks
- Troubleshoot, diagnosed and repaired engineering equipment
Sales and Customer Service
Les Schwab Tire Center
Mountain Home, ID
03.2014 - 07.2018
- Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
- Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
- Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts and balancing on all types of vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired tire and rim issues.
- Maintained record accuracy by using work order reporting system.
- Checked vehicle for leaks and topped off fluids.
- Evaluated brake systems and installed or repaired parts such as pads and drums for optimal performance.
Combat Engineer
Idaho Army National Guard
Mountain Home, ID
02.2009 - 02.2015
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on demo training.
- Located and neutralized various types of mines and IEDs.
- Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats.
- Made roads, bridges and ferries safe for travel by conducting ground reconnaissance and reporting back to leadership.
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Successfully guided and supervised mine-clearing line charge loading team with no injuries or accidents.
- Developed top talent by leading training initiatives for combat preparation.
- Instructed personnel on ways to reduce environmental hazards and proper use of PPE.
Education
GED -
U.S. Army GED Program
Little Rock, AR2009
Skills
- Conducting risk assessments
- Personnel mentoring
- Team building
- Training and development
- Individual instruction
- Quick learning
- Motivational to self and others
- Customer service
- Good at following instructions
- Supervision and training
- Hard worker
- Cost Reduction
- Production Scheduling
- Lean Manufacturing
- CRM proficiency
- Client acquisition
- Sales analytics
- Account Management
Timeline
Account Manager
Commercial Tire Sales
02.2025 - Current
Motor Coach Salesmen
IWS Sales
06.2024 - 01.2025
Sales Representative/Sales Account Manager
Inventive Group
05.2023 - 06.2024
Inventory Specialist
IWS Sales
05.2022 - 05.2023
Car Salesman
Larry H Miller Dodge
01.2021 - 05.2022
Water Transfer Project Manager
Aureus Energy Services
08.2019 - 12.2020
Water Transfer Tech Lead
ND Energy Services
08.2018 - 08.2019
Sales and Customer Service
Les Schwab Tire Center
03.2014 - 07.2018
Combat Engineer
Idaho Army National Guard
02.2009 - 02.2015
GED -
U.S. Army GED Program
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