Todd Porter
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Regional Sales Manager with a proven track record at Freedombrands LLC, leveraging data analysis and customer relationship management to drive significant sales growth. Skilled in employee training and conflict resolution, I excel in developing high-performing teams and establishing strategic partnerships that enhance business performance and customer loyalty.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Freedombrands LLC
Tucson, AZ
12.2019 - Current
- Analyzed regional sales performance data to develop actionable insights.
- Supervised sales strategy, training, team structure, and communication of regional sales program.
- Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.
- Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Led, coached and developed employees to achieve sales goals.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Provided technical advice and support on product features and benefits to customers.
- Hired and motivated high-performing sales team.
General Manager
Meineke Discount Mufflers and Brakes
Tucson, AZ
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
Route Sales Representative
Franchise Owner/Klosterman Bakery
Indianapolis, IN
04.2002 - 08.2014
- Recorded deliveries and daily sales transactions.
- Assisted with merchandising displays at customer locations when requested.
- Supplied wide range of customers with key products in alignment with specified amounts and schedules.
- Resolved customers' complaints regarding products or services.
- Delivered product to customers in a safe and courteous manner.
- Developed and implemented a marketing strategy to increase customer loyalty and brand awareness.
Route Sales Representative
Williams Foods
Louisville, KY
04.1994 - 04.2002
- Recorded deliveries and daily sales transactions.
- Assisted with merchandising displays at customer locations when requested.
- Assisted with unloading incoming shipments from vendors.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Monitored stock levels on route trucks to ensure accuracy of inventory counts.
- Delivered product to customers in a safe and courteous manner.
Branch Manager
Gustafson's Dairy
Sanford, FL
01.1982 - 02.1994
- Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
- Provided feedback on employee performance evaluations conducted by supervisors.
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce costs.
- Disciplined employees to encourage compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
- Maintained consistent growth in accounts and receivables by obtaining and retaining loan borrowers.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
- Boosted customer base, acquiring new customers and identifying needs to deliver relevant products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seminole High School
Sanford, FL05-1983
Skills
- Sales Strategy Development
- Data analysis
- Customer relationship management
- Employee training
- Sales Trend Analysis
- Stock Management
- Effective Conflict Resolution
- Customer Relations Management
Affiliations
Husband and Grandfather, I have 3 Daughters that all went to college and I have 5 grandchildren and the first one will be attending the University of Kentucky this fall. Love working on our forever home and spending time with our dogs and tortoises.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Freedombrands LLC
12.2019 - Current
General Manager
Meineke Discount Mufflers and Brakes
08.2015 - 12.2019
Route Sales Representative
Franchise Owner/Klosterman Bakery
04.2002 - 08.2014
Route Sales Representative
Williams Foods
04.1994 - 04.2002
Branch Manager
Gustafson's Dairy
01.1982 - 02.1994
High School Diploma -
Seminole High School
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