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Ryan Hunt

Sylvania

Summary

Results-driven Sales Leader skilled in relationship development and strategic negotiation. Enhances customer satisfaction and drives revenue growth through tailored solutions. Strong organizational skills and effective communication promote team success and operational efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Sales

Davis Metals and Plastics
Detroit
07.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw full sales cycle, driving quoting, pricing strategy, negotiation, and closing processes
  • Generated new business opportunities through targeted prospecting and relationship development within industrial and manufacturing sectors
  • Expanded active customer base through development of long-term partnerships and cultivation of repeat business
  • Worked directly with customers to understand material handling, packaging, and operational needs, providing tailored solutions
  • Led purchasing and vendor negotiations, reducing costs and improving margin performance
  • Streamlined logistics, transportation, and inventory flow to ensure on-time delivery and enhance customer satisfaction
  • Positioned company inventory strategically to move excess stock and increase cash flow

Caster Pulpit Operator

NorthStar steel
Delta
04.2015 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw mill operations during $1 billion expansion at leading U.S. mini mill, ensuring seamless integration of new processes.
  • Implemented plant synchronization strategies to boost production flow and achieve project milestones.
  • Led caster team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
  • Tracked caster chemistries, hydraulic systems, and spray systems for performance optimization and compliance with safety standards.

Line Assistant

Precision Strip
Perrysburg
04.2013 - 04.2015
  • Ensured quality control through blanking and shearing for clients such as Whirlpool, Honda, and General Motors, maintaining high standards.
  • Conducted inspections to identify mill defects in steel and aluminum products.
  • Fostered teamwork and communication among line operators and packagers, contributing to consistent adherence to production standards.
  • Established production line, supporting operators to enhance overall performance.
  • Utilized overhead cranes to improve operational efficiency.
  • Operated forklifts safely within warehouse environments.

Supervisor

United Parcel Service
Maumee
10.2009 - 04.2013
  • Supervised outbound area, managing nine to twelve employees per shift at top hub in the country.
  • Applied leadership skill by successfully supervising an area that is responsible for loading over 10,000 packages a shift
  • Ensured safety, service and production goals were accomplished by holding employees accountable for their actions and performances
  • Consistently met service goals, achieving a miss load frequency of 1 in 10,000 to uphold customer service standards.
  • Utilized effective interpersonal communication with employees by conducting performance evaluations and training new employees

Education

Bachelors of Business Administration - Marketing, Professional Sales

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
05-2013

Skills

  • Project management
  • Leadership skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Quick learning
  • Motivational ability

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Director of Sales

Davis Metals and Plastics
07.2025 - Current

Caster Pulpit Operator

NorthStar steel
04.2015 - 07.2025

Line Assistant

Precision Strip
04.2013 - 04.2015

Supervisor

United Parcel Service
10.2009 - 04.2013

Bachelors of Business Administration - Marketing, Professional Sales

University of Toledo
Ryan Hunt