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objective

accomplished business professional eager to contribute dynamic marketing, sales, business development, strategic planning, relationship building, communications and customer relations skills in a challenging sales representative assignment.

career profile

ø  over 20 years of successful business background.

ø  career built in highly competitive economic sectors.

ø  strong record of promotion.

ø  consistently achieve challenging revenue quotas.

ø  accomplished leader, networker and manager.

ø  background in presentation delivery to diverse potential clientele.

ø  adept in capturing new markets and accounts.

ø  expertise in all facets of effective marketing plan development and implementation.

ø  leader and developer of highly efficient staffs.

ø  extensive background in client relations and account management.

ø  proven accomplishments in building market share and recognition.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  demonstrated team player and problem solver.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

ø  extensive professional development.

professional experience

leather brothers                                                                                                                         date - present

sales representative

       recruited to assume wide-ranging business development responsibilities.

       effectively manage distributor account base.

       aid distributors in calling on customers.

       expand distributor network through sourcing and obtaining new distributor organizations.

       control and manage key store accounts.

 

yarbrough cable service                                                                                                                 2002 - date

sales representative

       retained to develop new business while expanding revenues from existing accounts.

       produced territory growth from $180,000 to $324,000.

 

cope plastics inc.                                                                                                                          1984 - 2002

operations manager (1997-2002)

       promoted to assume full-life-cycle facility start-up including building acquisition, staff recruitment and market development.

       achieved customer base exceeding 500 accounts.

       held comprehensive p&l authority.

       delivered over $1.5mm in annual revenue.

earlier background

earlier assignments with cope plastics included another complete location start-up ($2.4mm) and service as an inside sales representative.  in the first assignment, built an account base of 900, directed marketing initiatives and achieved continuous customer satisfaction.

 

education/training

university of arkansas at little rock, marketing and general studies

extensive professional development seminars and training courses

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dear                   :

 

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

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include over 20 years of highly successful business experience.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in account management, business development, marketing, strategic planning, communications and customer service, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined 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 to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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date

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting sales representative position currently available with your organization.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

                                                         

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to continue a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic management, coordination and communications skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

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