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results-driven sales professional eager to apply dynamic business development and account management background toward supporting the employer in optimizing sales and profits

profile of qualifications

 

offer numerous years of a successful track record in sales, marketing and account management ~ excel in  defining, developing and executing targeted strategies to generate new business, grow existing customers and expand/diversify revenue channels ~ proficiently apply broad range of sales techniques, ranging from consultative, solution and suggestive strategies to focusing on features, advantages, value, and benefits ~ exceptional communication, relationship management, customer service, and problem solving skills ~ extensive background in the food service industry both in sales with an industry-leader, sysco food services, as well as a restaurant professional in varied positions

 

ø  successfully conceptualized, developed and launched lucrative start-up e-commerce business

ø  managed as much as $10m in contract business sales

ø  grew sales by 57% within first quarter, generating $2.5m in new sales

ø  facilitated 110% year-over-year sales growth, 2002/2003

ø  recognized with top sales associate award, 2002

professional experience

 

antique & collectibles dealer - clifton park, new york                                                      2004-present

  have applied sharp business acumen toward successfully launching and operating a profitable sole-proprietorship specializing in buying and reselling collectibles/antiques via e-commerce

  effectively conduct market research to define and capitalize on industry and market trends

  efficiently manage full-scope operations ranging from inventory control and shipping to accounting, sales reporting and p&l

 

licensed real estate sales agent, realty usa - clifton park, new york                     2005-2007

  strategically identified and targeted buyers/sellers of residential properties; coordinated properties on mls as affiliate of national association of realtors

  contributed as a collaborative team member in growing sales and profits

                                  

account executive, sysco food services of albany - halfmoon, new york                                     2004

marketing associate, sysco food services of albany - halfmoon, new york                         2000-2004

  progressed with company to manage $10m in contract business sales, actively working with customers to provide quality training in specialty food service areas

  advised clients on product sampling/cuttings to assist in lowering food costs

  as a marketing associate, generated and managed multi-million dollars in annual sales, repeatedly surpassing company trends in territory growth and development

 

sales consultant, northeast acura - latham, new york                                                         2000

  consistently demonstrated innovativeness, self-motivation and dedication in effectively steering initiatives, including internet-driven sales and marketing, toward achieving and surpassing quotas; recognized as top producer in monthly sales on more than one occasion

education

 

bachelor of science, business administration/financial management/marketing

state university of new york at brockport - rochester, new york

real estate license c licensed sales agent

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a sales capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include numerous years of successful sales experience, including a progressive career with a leader in the food service industry, where i managed as high as $10m in contract sales, successfully generated as much as 110% sales growth and consistently met and surpassed quotas and was able to exceed company performance trends.  most recently, i have managed a profitable e-commerce business that i launched in 2004 and which i have effectively steered through dynamic business leadership in all areas of operations.  i am now eager to turn my experience toward joining forces with your organization to collaboratively drive sales and profit growth.  to complement my professional sales/marketing background in varied industries, i have earned a bachelor of science in business administration, with concentrations in financial management and marketing.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

andrew petroff