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Tucker Hobbie

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Highly driven, diligent, and organized sales professional with five years of experience in sales operations and management. Proven track record of leading and motivating sales teams to exceed targets, complemented by excellent communication skills and a comprehensive understanding of the cigar market and industry trends. Committed to driving growth, fostering team success, and delivering exceptional results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

The Cigar Box
07.2024 - Current
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, cigar and pipe industry practices, and technology systems.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer loyalty and retention..
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events and promotions.
  • Maintained successful relationships with a variety of cigar representatives, brokers, and brand sales teams.

Operations & Retail Manager

The Beverley Cigar Store
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Conducted periodic audits of warehouse inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
  • Managed inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels for in-demand products and reducing excess merchandise.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales and product knowledge.
  • Increased sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and optimized store layouts.

Education

College Transfer

Blueridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA

Secondary Education

Bluefield College
Bluefield, VA

Skills

  • Training and development
  • Customer relationship building
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Sales operations & strategy
  • Cigar and pipe product knowledge

Certification

  • Cigar Sommelier – International Association of Cigar Sommeliers (IACS)

Timeline

General Manager

The Cigar Box
07.2024 - Current

Operations & Retail Manager

The Beverley Cigar Store
01.2021 - 06.2024

College Transfer

Blueridge Community College

Secondary Education

Bluefield College

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