Amy Linker Phone: 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000 Pheasant Ct. Salinas, CA 93908 Abc@xyz.com

 

 

Results and incentive driven MBA Sales Professional with proven abilities to broaden customer base and increase revenue through effective sales presentations and demonstrations, customer relations management and cold-calling eager to contribute to the operations of a dynamic organization

 

 

Ø  Surpassed sales goals in slow-economy by achieving 101% of 2009 sales plan on $1.45 million route, Kraft Foods

Ø  Inaugurated into the President s Club for high sales volumes, Cutco

Ø  Recognized for high-sales volume generation; sold $12,000 of product in two months through strong in-home sales presentations and product demonstrations, Cutco

Ø  Lucratively sourced and built a strong customer base from scratch and became a top sales performer and key sales leader, Cutco

 

 

Masters of Business Administration, CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, San Luis Obispo                  2008

  International Business Tour to China and India, July 2008

 

Bachelor of Arts C Geography, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, Santa Barbara, CA                           2003

 

Associate of Arts C Humanities, COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS, Eureka, CA                                2001

 

Associate of Arts C Transfer Studies, COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS, Eureka, CA                        2001

 

 

KRAFT FOODS, Salinas/Watsonville, CA                                                                         2008 C Present           

Sales Representative

  Increased revenue and surpassed sales goals by effectively building and maintaining relationships with large customers, including Wal-Mart, Safeway, Target and Foodmaxx

  Ensured timely delivery of product by accurately completing purchase orders and efficiently managing inventory of over 200 product SKU s per store

  Drove sales while promoting products and displays; maintained store appearance

  Promoted teamwork by successfully encouraging open communication while overseeing territory merchandisers

 

SALINAS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Salinas, CA                                                                   2007 C 2008

Teacher

  Fostered a positive learning environment through creation and delivery of daily curriculum and effective classroom management; taught outdoor education and after school programs

 

 

 

TOWILL INC., San Francisco, CA / San Diego, CA                                                                2004 C 2006

Aerial Mapping Specialist

  Successfully utilized CAD and GIS within the aerial department to complete numerous mapping and surveying assignments, including large government contracts for the U.S. Navy, BART and Caltrans

 

LIGHTHOUSE LODGE AND SUITES, Pacific Grove, CA                                                        2000 C 2003

Evening and Overnight Manager / Client Relations / Front Desk

  Responsible for managing full-scope responsibilities for guest operations in a busy hotel on the Monterey Peninsula, including resolving customer complaints, night audit, opening paperwork, customer account management, concierge duties, reservations, reception, and check-in/out

  Increased customer loyalty and satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service

 

CUTCO, Monterey County, CA                                                                                                         1999

Independent Sales Representative

  Effectively developed and increased private customer base by sourcing and cold-calling hundreds of contacts

  Recognized as a key leader in a 20 person team due to outstanding sales performance; invited to attend two conferences as top performer

 

 

Event Coordinator C MBA Association, CAL POLY SAN LUIS OBISPO, 2007/2008

 

Player / Manager, GRADUATE BUSINESS SCHOOL INTRAMURAL SOCCER TEAM, 2007/2008

 

Vice President/Treasurer C GTU Honors Society, UC SANTA BARBARA, 2002/2003      

 

Amy Linker Phone: 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000 Pheasant Ct. Salinas, CA 93908 Abc@xyz.com

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT ACTUAL TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I completed my MBA at Cal Poly State University in 2008 and my professional qualifications include numerous years of success in sales. I excel at broadening and maintaining customer bases and optimizing profits while facilitating customer-focused, service-oriented environments. For instance, at Kraft I achieved 101% of my 2009 sales plan on a $1.45 million dollar route which included large customers such as Wal-mart, Safeway, Target and Foodmaxx. At Cutco, I was recognized as a key sales leader due to my outstanding performance and my ability to effectively source and build a strong customer base through high-volume cold-calling. I generated $12,000 in sales in two months.  In addition to my exceptional sales skills, I offer dynamic communication and interpersonal skills. I am highly effective in planning and coordinating workflow while managing my time to maximize productivity and efficiency.

 

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,

 

 

 

 

Amy Linker