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results-driven manager eager to contribute expertise in sales/business development, customer service and team building toward actively supporting a progressive organization in optimizing bottom-line performance

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consistent track record of generating multi-million dollars in commercial sales/contracts ~ excel in defining, developing and executing targeted strategies to capture new business, grow existing accounts and facilitate solid leveraging in competitive markets ~ extensive experience within the commercial lighting and electrical industries ~ motivating leader with dynamic communication and relationship building skills; effectively hire, train and steer top-performing sales teams

 

key achievements ~

ø  repeatedly lead chicago division in gross profit percentage for city electric supply

ø  successfully closed $2.5m lighting contract for soldier field renovation project

ø  captured $1.5m great lakes naval training center new recruit barracks lighting contract

ø  generated $600k through specification and closing of york high school lighting package for 2 new building additions

ø  took startup territory from zero dollars to over $2.3m in sales within a short timeframe

ø  consistent track record of surpassing company sales/gross profit targets throughout career

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branch manager, city electric supply - lake geneva, il                                    2005-present

  have successfully steered broad-scope operations at lombard, woodstock and most recently, lake geneva location, with accountability for all business functions, from sales, marketing and collections to staffing, training and team direction

 

sales representative, ksa lighting - hanover park, il                                         2000-2005

  spearheaded distributor/contractor and specification sales, generating multi-million dollars in new business through proactive marketing and persuasive negotiations

 

sales representative, lightolier/genlyte - schiller park, il                                    1997-2000

  drove startup and development of distributor/contractor and specification sales territory, creating multi-million dollars in new business

 

prior experience

 

sales representative, steiner electric co. - gurnee, il                                    

sales representative, becker sales co. - elk grove village, il                       

       

 

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dear__________________:

 

are you seeking an aggressive, high-energy sales and management professional to support you in building your business?  i am currently seeking a challenging new career opportunity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

over the course of many years within the lighting and electrical industries, i have built a solid track record of success in landing multi-million dollar commercial contracts through strategic marketing, proactive sales presentations and persuasive negotiations.  i excel in launching start-up territories and building and managing key client relationships and am highly-effective in recruiting, hiring, training and motivating high-performance sales teams. 

 

as a member of your team, you can expect immediate results and long-term revenue growth.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

bruce r swenson

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (title of position applying for) position currently available with your company.  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 launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic (list a few skills/qualifications relevant to the position which were discussed during interview) 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,

 

 

 

bruce r swenson