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objective

driven leader eager to contribute dynamic marketing, sales, business development, strategic planning, relationship building, communications and customer relations skills in a challenging sales/business development management assignment.

 

career profile

ø  over 11 years of successful business background.

ø  career built in highly competitive health and fitness sector.

ø  sales professional who has raised revenues up to 40%.

ø  accomplished leader, networker and manager.

ø  background in presentation delivery to diverse potential clientele and c-level decision-makers.

ø  adept in capturing new markets and accounts.

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

ø  recruiter and developer of highly efficient staffs.

ø  extensive background in client relations and account management.

ø  consistently meet/exceed challenging business objectives.

ø  proven accomplishments in building market share and recognition.

ø  notable presenter, facilitator and speaker.

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

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications.

 

professional experience

fitness equipment source, sandy, ut                                                                                        2007 - present

vice president of sales

       recruited to oversee comprehensive business development initiatives.

       originate monthly sales plans/projections to achieve corporate objectives.

       spearhead upgraded systems/policies/procedures to capture new revenues.

       conduct aggressive prospecting.

       evaluate and assess existing accounts to maximize sales revenue.

       source multiple sales leads to ensure achievement of sales projection.

       establish key account relationships.

       coordinate with strategic partners to develop/enhance brand awareness and reputation.

       effectively and proactively network with industry professionals and vendors to build a strong referral program.

       stay current on market conditions and competitor organizations.

       author market change reports with proposed remedies.

       provide leadership for marketing consultants and professionals to facilitate development/implementation of exceptional marketing materials, strategies and plans.

       maintain and administer strong dealer network.

 

 

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lifefitness/brunswick corporation, schiller park, il                                                                        2000 - 2007

territory representative

         retained to conduct outside sales operations for largest geographic territory in company.

         met/exceeded annual sales quota of $2.0mm on a consistent basis. 

         utilized consultative selling to provide total customer solutions.

         accurately forecast territory monthly, quarterly and annual revenues.

         sourced, negotiated and closed sales                                                                                     

         assumed duties of account management and customer relations.

         performed extensive follow-up and crm.

         researched and evaluated competition/competitive issues, industry trends and related products/services.

         ensured highest levels of customer satisfaction.

         coordinated with sales director to review departmental objectives and projections and develop appropriate business development programs.

         established solid key account relationships.

         networked with industry professionals to increase revenues.

         provided leadership for sales team, executive team and internal staff to produce a team environment.

         circle of champions sales award for top sales performance in 2002, 2004 and 2005.

 

 

 

earlier background

during 1998-2000, served as operations/sales/circulation director, eastman s hunting journal/lee enterprises, helena, mt.  in this assignment, developed outstanding business development, marketing, promotion, account management and customer relations skill sets.

 

 

education

northern arizona university, flagstaff, az

exercise physiology/business

 

montana state university, bozeman, mt

exercise physiology/business

 

university of wyoming, laramie, wy

general studies

 

 

professional development

club marketing and management services, advanced sales & management training

certified with the national strength and conditioning association, personal training

orvis flyfishing guides school, certified and licensed flyfishing guide, jackson, wy

                                                           

 

 

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cover letter text

 

date

 

 

 

hiring agent name

title

company name

address

city, state   zip code

 

dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a sales management capacity 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 11 years of successful sales and sales management experience in highly competitive environments.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in marketing plan development, prospecting, account management, strategic planning, staff leadership and exceptional customer service, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving 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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