Alan Bishop
Summary
Seasoned Outside Sales Representative with a 16-year track record. Bringing strong a knowledge of many industries, supporting business development and growth initiatives. Leveraging outstanding communication strengths to cultivate and retain long-term relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Hudson Machine & Tool / Noble-X
11.2014 - 01.2024
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Established rapport with potential customers through cold calling and presenting product offerings tailored to their needs.
- Managed a large client base, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to overall team success.
- Provided comprehensive after-sales support, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering long-term business relationships.
- Contributed towards creating a positive working environment with a focus on team collaboration and open communication.
Inventory Management Specialist
Airgas, Inc
03.2012 - 10.2014
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing effective tracking systems and regularly conducting physical counts.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by closely monitoring inventory movement and promptly addressing any discrepancies.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, conducting regular audits on safety guidelines, storage requirements, and documentation practices.
- Restocked inventory to sustain par levels and produced quarterly inventory audits and calculated, updated and presented reports.
- Streamlined order fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers through close collaboration with sales teams and transportation partners.
Account Representative
Airgas, Inc
02.2008 - 03.2012
- Boosted client satisfaction by maintaining excellent communication and promptly addressing concerns.
- Exceeded sales targets through consistent follow-ups and relationship-building with clients.
- Expanded customer base by conducting market research and identifying potential leads.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop tailored solutions for key accounts, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Retained high-value clients by providing exceptional support and personalized service.
- Conducted regular account reviews to identify opportunities for growth and client satisfaction improvement.
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Donaldson Company, Inc.
04.2002 - 01.2008
- Enhanced receiving accuracy by closely monitoring incoming shipments and promptly reporting discrepancies.
- Managed daily shipment scheduling with carriers, optimizing transportation costs and delivery times for customers.
- Maintained a well-organized inventory system for streamlined product retrieval and shipment preparation.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure consistent performance standards across the team.
- Complete MRO purchasing for refilling shop inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography / Geology
University of Wisconsin River Falls
River Falls, WISkills
- Communicating with customers to determine needs
- Maintaining great relations with existing clients
- Ability to reach out to new potential customers and create leads
- Working with coworkers to meet customers sales needs
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Hudson Machine & Tool / Noble-X
11.2014 - 01.2024
Inventory Management Specialist
Airgas, Inc
03.2012 - 10.2014
Account Representative
Airgas, Inc
02.2008 - 03.2012
Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
Donaldson Company, Inc.
04.2002 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Geography / Geology
University of Wisconsin River Falls
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