Stephen Sanders
Ocala,USA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Development Representative
Sazerac Company
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough market research studies, gathering valuable insights that informed future marketing strategies deployed by the company
- Developed a keen understanding of target audience segments, enabling tailored messaging that resonated strongly with prospective customers
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business
- Execute mandatory product programming and new product authorization
- Inform distributor partners of company goals and brand priorities
- Retail calls with our distributor to key accounts to sell products, gain floor displays, discuss program, and strengthen relationships
WINE/SPIRITS SALES REPRESENTATIVE
SGWS
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects
WINE/SPIRITS SALES REPRESENTATIVE
RNDC
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects
ASSISTANT GROCERY MANAGER
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
09.2014 - 01.2021
- Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection
- Boosted grocery sales with top-notch merchandising abilities and expertise in implementing effective promotions
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs
- Enhanced communication between patrons and team members to cultivate upbeat, team-oriented culture
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths
- Created and led sales promotions and advertising strategies to boost profits and bring in new customers
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Belleview High School
Belleview, FL08.2010
Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Item Ticketing and Pricing
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Policies and Procedures
- Energy and Physical Stamina
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Merchandise Receiving and Handling
- Flexible Hours
- Merchandise Recommendations
- Safety and Cleanliness Standards
- Product Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Ability to Lift 50 pounds
- Adaptability and Flexible
- Meeting Sales Goals
- Attention to Detail
- Merchandising and Display
- Revenue Generation
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
Accomplishments
Proven sales consultant that increased revenue by 24%+ three years in a row at Southern Glazer’s. Also, won several incentive programs for prizes including, TVs, trips, and bonus money.
Timeline
Market Development Representative
Sazerac Company
12.2024 - Current
WINE/SPIRITS SALES REPRESENTATIVE
SGWS
09.2021 - 11.2024
WINE/SPIRITS SALES REPRESENTATIVE
RNDC
01.2021 - 09.2021
ASSISTANT GROCERY MANAGER
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
09.2014 - 01.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Belleview High School
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