Ben Yount Email & Phone Number

Peoria, Illinois Area

East Peoria, Illinois, United States

Peoria, Illinois Area

Currently, I provide consultative sales of interior materials including drywall, steel, acoustical ceilings, insulation, metal lath, plaster and stucco products. Develop proposals based on competitive quotes and demonstrate the value of quality and energy efficient materials to customers to persuasively negotiate pricing and contracts for submittal.In addition, I assist with logistics to ensure the timely shipment of products to customers and follow up on any potential defective or damaged inventory initiating prompt resolution..Accomplishments included:• Increased face-to-face interaction from three to five meeting per week. Improved aggregate sales of new product lines and gained competitive market share in the Peoria by 54% and Champaign by 137% over a three-year period going from $4.5 million to over $6 million in annual revenue.

Peoria, Il

For over seven years I performed residential new construction and remodeling sales that included initial client consultation and assessment of their needs. Effectively educated homeowners to make informed decisions on all products for exterior/interior finishes, and energy efficiencies to establish a realistic budget. Oversaw business administration including evaluating profit and loss, budgeting, scheduling, quality control, energy efficiency compliances, material management, and developing sub-contractor relations. Demonstrated a consistent history of completing jobs on time and within budget.Accomplishments included:• Embraced a new-sales leadership role to manage and build-up a neglected residential remodeling part of the business through networking at trade shows and events and coordinating marketing efforts to stimulate awareness of these services. Increased sales from $200,000 to over $3 million annually.