yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx

abc@xyz.com

objective

 

~ dedicated, personable and tenacious sales professional with extensive experience in key account development/management seeking opportunity where dynamic relationship-building expertise and first-rate presentation skills will provide immediate and measurable value to the employer. ~

areas of strength

 

v  cold calling & prospecting

v  sales and marketing

v  planning and research

v  customer needs assessments

v  time management & prioritizing

v  proposals and presentations

v  creative problem solving

v  negotiating and closing

v  customer/prospect follow-up

v  revenue & profit maximization

professional experience

 

myo-logic diagnostics, inc., 2007 to present

national sales director

• apply excellent organizational strengths to facilitate sales of diagnostic equipment to chiropractic doctors via informative, dynamic and persuasive, in-service presentations, as well as participation at seminars and trade shows.
• created and launched educational and marketing website to enhance customer interest and acquisition.
• successfully generated $75k in sales revenues during first two months in role.
• consistently meet or exceed monthly targets; currently on track to produce $500k annually.
• function in consultative role to senior staff on issues relating to increasing sales force productivity, automation, and process improvements.

 

care2.com, inc., 2001 to 2007

national sales manager

• demonstrated outstanding talents in account development and management by capturing more than $6m in total ad sales spanning 3,000+ clients.
• delivered attentive, professional and courteous service to effectively secure new clientele, and maximized upselling to existing accounts.
• leveraged exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to prepare and facilitate sales presentations to key decision makers such c-level executives and marketing/advertising specialists.
• played a pivotal role in strategically expanding customer base from 1 million to 8+ million members.
• exercised advanced knowledge of sales channels, marketing approaches, and product trends to secure new accounts and boost sales.

 

earlier experience:

 

quarterback, greeneville raptors

 

sales associate, rex stores, inc.

 

e-3, nuclear missile technician, united states air force, hill air force base, utah

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx

abc@xyz.com

 

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city/state/zip code

 

dear__________________:

 

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

 

as indicated in the accompanying resume, i bring to you a solid background in account development, proven versatility, and strong presentation skills. i also offer outstanding communication strengths, an unwavering drive to succeed, and superlative interpersonal skills which are instrumental in a sales role. 

 

briefly, some of my key qualifications include:

 

  proven ability to independently and successfully navigate the complete sales cycle.

  exemplary leadership talents as demonstrated in confidently delivering high-impact, in-service sales presentations.

  well-honed expertise in customer service, networking, and developing rapport with prospects.

  equally impressive abilities in working autonomously as an independent contractor or as part of a cohesive team.

  an outgoing and competitive personality which can be leveraged to overcome sales objections, generate new business and expand market share.

as a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a driven professional committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance, integrity, and initiative. i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx

abc@xyz.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

date

 

 

interviewer s name

title

company name

address

city/state/zip code

 

dear__________________:

 

it was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. i would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. i am still very interested in the sales position, and i am convinced now, more than ever, that it is the right job for me. i feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for the challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

the position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  this would allow me to make the same valuable contribution to your school as i ve made to my past employers a win-win proposition for both of us.

 

(choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(i am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. please feel free to contact me at the above number so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(again, thank you for considering my qualifications. i enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. i look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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