Shawn Ouimet
Midland,NC
Summary
Proven leader in sales and service, adept at relationship cultivation and generating leads, with a track record of enhancing client relationships and boosting sales at Alandale Knitting. Skilled in performance tracking and problem-solving, I excel in driving sales growth and operational efficiency. Achieved significant market expansion through strategic marketing and exceptional customer service.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Manager
STS Apparel Group, LLC
Charlotte, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Develop marketing campaigns for new or existing products.
- Analyze sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
- Answer requests and concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Provide customers with information on products and services available.
- Create presentations demonstrating the value proposition of products and services.
Director of Sales and Manufacturing
Alandale Knitting
Troy, NC
08.2010 - 05.2024
- Managed outside sales operations for the manufacturing plant, enhancing client relationships, and increasing sales.
- Managed all scheduling, quality control and repair work for the manufacturing knitting plant.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly by providing satisfactory solutions.
- Pursued sales deals by qualifying clients, building individualized proposals, and preparing final contracts.
- Maintained sales volume and selling price by keeping current with supply and demand.
- Ensured compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to manufacturing activities.
Outside Sales Representative
JIT Industries
Spartanburg, SC
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Provided expert product knowledge to clients while presenting products and services.
- Recommended changes or improvements based on customer feedback received from field visits or surveys conducted.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new business opportunities.
- Established long-term relationships with key decision makers at target companies through cold calling or networking events.
- Coordinated with internal departments such as marketing, finance, operations on various initiatives related to sales operations.
- Kept personal relationships with clients through frequent visits.
Outside Sales Representative
Carolina Carbide, Inc
Lake Wylie, SC
08.2004 - 08.2009
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Scheduled and attended weekly appointments with clients.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking events, and referrals.
- Built strong relationships with existing customers by providing superior service and support.
- Created and maintained records of all sales activities for accurate tracking.
- Organized trade shows, conferences, and events to promote products or services.
- Liaised with vendors to coordinate delivery schedules and promote customer satisfaction.
Sales and Service Representative
Vanguard Supreme
Monroe, NC
06.1991 - 05.2006
- Followed all safety protocols while performing work in potentially hazardous environments.
- Identified potential problems during routine inspections to prevent future breakdowns.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Traveled Internationally setting up circular textile machinery.
- Analyzed customer's fabric for maximum productivity.
- Sold Textile Machinery and parts all over the world market.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NCSkills
- Performance tracking
- Performance updates
- Activity report review
- Cold calling
- Relationship cultivation
- Generating leads
- Problem-solving abilities
- Sales reporting
Affiliations
- golf
- fishing
Timeline
Outside Sales Manager
STS Apparel Group, LLC
05.2024 - Current
Director of Sales and Manufacturing
Alandale Knitting
08.2010 - 05.2024
Outside Sales Representative
JIT Industries
08.2009 - 08.2010
Outside Sales Representative
Carolina Carbide, Inc
08.2004 - 08.2009
Sales and Service Representative
Vanguard Supreme
06.1991 - 05.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
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