Trevor Cox
7860 South Clement Ave, Oak Creek,WI
Summary
A confident, dynamic sales leader with a proven track record, driving long term partnerships with several retail operations in the region. Possessing clear evidence of achievements in areas of new sales, product management and development. Adept at building effective and collaborative business relationships to achieve long standing market penetration and driving successful programs with real sales growth. Presently looking to join a progressive company where I can excel as part of a winning team where success is rewarded.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager-Wisconsin
Dutch Farms
Chicago, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Cultivated and established partnerships with over 100 new retailers across various departments within a 9-month timeframe.
- Executed onboarding and cross-training initiatives for 10 new hires to enhance full-service program expansion in Wisconsin.
- Executed DSD delivery strategy to introduce over 500 new products into Wisconsin retail and warehouse locations.
Deli Director
Midwest Perishables Inc
Madison, WI
05.2008 - 04.2025
- Oversaw creation of deli division at MPI, transforming it into a significant multi-million dollar revenue stream for the company.
- Collaborated with manufacturers and brokers to negotiate distributor marketing programs aimed at strengthening retail partnerships.
- Oversaw product lines, including inventory management and strategic placement of new products.
- Achieved successful trade show presentations that highlighted new products, increasing brand awareness. Implemented training programs at the department level, resulting in improved team performance and product knowledge.
Territory Sales Manager
Badger Ham
Milwaukee, WI
03.1996 - 05.2008
- Cultivated strategies to enhance deli and meat department ham sales, achieving over 8 million pounds.
- Achieved successful rollout of hot ham on Sunday program with key retailers such as Sentry, Pick 'n Save, Piggly Wiggly, Sendik's, and independent bakeries, driving increased customer engagement and sales growth.
- Delivered comprehensive training and engaging product demonstrations to retailers, ensuring effective product understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, ARBachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TXBachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WISkills
- Sales strategy development
- Service excellence
- Goal-oriented planning
- Business growth planning
- Retail industry trend awareness
- Client relationship maintenance
- Inventory sourcing
- Effective communication
- Culinary expertise
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager-Wisconsin
Dutch Farms
04.2025 - Current
Deli Director
Midwest Perishables Inc
05.2008 - 04.2025
Territory Sales Manager
Badger Ham
03.1996 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Waukesha County Technical College