Strategic Management Executive with expertise within the food and beverage service industry specifically related to driving business, increasing bottom-line revenues, fostering customer relations, and efficiency best practices eager to contribute to the success of a progressive company. 

 

Ø  Strong analytical background with the ability to work independently on multiple projects with specialized experience in brokerage relations, tactical product branding and exposure initiatives, sales and marketing methodologies, schematics analysis, operational efficiency practices, conflict management and effective communication techniques.

Ø  Knowledgeable in all facets of brand building to include policy development and implementation, merchandising, advertising and training.

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of the organization.

Ø  Competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong process knowledge and technical skills to diverse organization needs. 

 

 

Ø  Demonstrate dynamic leadership qualities and strong communication skills in successfully steering planning meetings and delivering comprehensive strategies.

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and data analysis with the purpose of improving brand awareness and product exposure to various market segments.

Ø  Embrace organization initiatives and mission statement.

Ø  Develop and implement numerous protocols and policies with the purpose of identifying and resolving relevant client issues in a proactive manner. 

Ø  Work to standardize cross-departmental protocols between various departments in order to break down silo mentality and increase knowledge sharing.

Ø  Skilled at managing multiple projects and leading teams in cross-functional, concerted efforts.

 

Eby-Brown Company, Business Development Specialist                                                        2009-Present

 

  Primary responsibilities include development and implementation of internal policies and procedures to increase product exposure to key client segments;

  Management of vendor sourcing and relations;

  Recruitment and development of personnel;

  Acted as main key account holder and point of contact regarding new business.

 

Farner Bocken Company, Sales Support Manager                                                                     2003-2009

 

  Primary responsibilities include comprehensive management and oversight of all aspects of business development initiatives;

  Increased business accounts by a significant amount during tenure (110 new accounts);

  Facilitated multiple new concepts related to food distribution services including Sub-Express, Taco Depot, Mill Street, Sqwakers Chicken, Ashby s Ice Cream. 

 

Chambers & Owens, Field Marketing Representative                                                                  2000-2003

 

  Primary responsibilities included strategic marketing of multiple product and service lines in order to increase brand awareness and increase market share. 

 

Sysco, Marketing Associate                                                                                                          1995-2000

 

  Primary responsibilities included effective management of daily marketing initiatives as well as support of sales staff.

 

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Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

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Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer several years within the food and beverage industry as a marketing expert in various settings.  I have also worked as a technical advisor in numerous forms, so I understand this subject matter from many different levels.  I am eager to apply my specialized skill set in communications, marketing, and client relations to an organization in need of a professional who can increase market shares, penetrate untapped clientele niches, as well as build strong relationships among peers and customers alike.

            I am an exceptionally hard worker and my peers consider me a strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from utilizing my skill set to benefit the organization and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy