Thomas Sobie
Oakland,MI
Summary
Driven Marketing professional with a passion for sales, business strategy, and digital marketing. Adept at building relationships, solving problems, and making strategic decisions to drive growth and efficiency. Skilled at working in fast-paced environments, combining analytical thinking and creativity to enhance business performance
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Contractor
Self Employed Services
Oakland
05.2025 - Current
- Managed a small portfolio of 4 recurring residential clients, delivering end-to-end landscaping and property maintenance services.
- Generated and negotiated job estimates, successfully closing work after initial pricing objections and scope changes.
- Upsold additional services and materials, increasing per-job value and building long-term client relationships.
- Planned and executed a variety of projects including lawn maintenance, mulching, trimming, clean-ups, installations, and light hardscaping.
- Scheduled and coordinated multiple jobs per day/week, managing timelines, materials, and client expectations independently.
- Ordered and managed materials while tracking job details and costs using spreadsheets.
- Communicated with clients via text, phone, and in-person walkthrough's, handling change requests and resolving complaints professionally.
- Earned repeat business and strong word-of-mouth referrals through reliable service and customer satisfaction.
E-Commerce and Sales Specialist
Patriot Wholesale Direct
Lake Orion, MI
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Optimized inventory flow by packaging products, coordinating shipments, and ensuring exact and prompt deliveries.
- Created high converting product listings across eBay, Facebook, and Amazon by utilizing professional photography and persuasive copywriting to drive online sales growth.
- Directed monthly in-person sales events by setting up outdoor product stations, managing product presentation, and monitoring customer engagement.
- Negotiated pricing with customers to maximize revenue and generating over $15,000 in sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Marketing - Marketing
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan, MI05-2027
Skills
- Client relationship building
- Workload management
- Project management
- Schedule management
- Service marketing
- Resources allocation
- Client consultation
- Business development
- Project planning
- Sell services
- Client management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Freelance Contractor
Self Employed Services
05.2025 - Current
E-Commerce and Sales Specialist
Patriot Wholesale Direct
05.2024 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science in Marketing - Marketing
Oakland University