John Grindstaff
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Performance-oriented Salesman offering exceptional record of achievement over 5-year career within Spirit Sales. Tenacious individual who enjoys using relationship selling to bring in customers and accomplish profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
On-Premise Sales Manager
Lee Distribution
Charleston, SC
06.2021 - Current
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Exceeded sales goals and service targets by securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Key Account Manager
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
Charleston, SC
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, and promoted compelling business opportunities.
- Consistently achieved top ranking in revenue and profit growth.
- Improved account management by predicting potential competitive threats and outlining proactive solutions.
Spirits Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
Charleston, SC
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Increase brand awareness and company profits by building product displays.
Shared Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
Charleston, SC
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted sales reps in placing order, pitching products, and building relationships with buyers.
- ensured client satisfaction by consistently keeping up with product needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SCSkills
- Self-Motivated
- Active Listening
- Data Entry
- Leadership
- Organization and Time Management
- Pos System Experience
- Salesforce
Timeline
On-Premise Sales Manager
Lee Distribution
06.2021 - Current
Key Account Manager
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
04.2017 - 06.2021
Spirits Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
01.2015 - 04.2017
Shared Merchandiser
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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