Brian Reel Email & Phone Number

Southeast Region

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ✔ Driving Regional Sales and Customer Support Managing a diverse territory across multiple states, including SC, NC, KY, TN, VA, GA, FL, and AL, by delivering expert paint consultation and fostering strong client relationships.✔ Managing Product Displays: Creating and maintaining visually appealing and strategically organized paint displays and merchandising setups within the store.✔ Building Customer Relationships: Developing and nurturing strong relationships with customers by providing personalized service, actively listening to their needs, and offering expert advice.✔ Monitoring Inventory Levels: Overseeing and managing inventory levels for paint and related products, including performing regular stock checks, tracking sales trends, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure that popular items are well-stocked and available to meet customer demand.✔ Assisting with Sales Promotions: Planning and executing in-store promotions, special offers, and marketing events aimed at boosting paint sales and attracting new customers.✔ Training Store Staff: Providing comprehensive training and ongoing support to store associates on paint products, application techniques, and customer service standards.✔ Resolving Customer Issues: Addressing and resolving any customer complaints or concerns promptly and effectively, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction to enhance the store’s reputation.✔ Staying Updated on Industry Trends: Researching and staying informed about the latest paint products, industry innovations, and market trends.

Murrells Inlet, Sc

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ✔ Delivered Expert Sales Support: Provided knowledgeable assistance to customers by answering inquiries, offering product recommendations, and guiding them through the purchasing process to ensure a positive experience.✔ Managed Customer Accounts: Handled a portfolio of customer accounts, processed orders, and followed up on sales leads to maintain strong relationships and secure repeat business.✔ Executed Sales Strategies: Implemented sales strategies and promotional campaigns to drive product sales and achieve monthly targets, contributing to overall business growth.✔ Provided Product Knowledge: Educated customers on the features and benefits of various paint products, assisting them in making informed decisions and enhancing their satisfaction.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Area

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ✔ Sales and Marketing Management: Drove product distribution across 10 Lowe’s Home Improvement Centers, educating paint desk employees and store management on product features and benefits to influence sales.✔ Training and Development: Conducted training sessions for new employees to enhance their product knowledge and improve their effectiveness in selling. Provided paint experience training to ensure a thorough understanding of product applications and benefits.✔ Account Management: Partnered with Pro Services on contractor accounts to drive additional sales, fostering strong relationships and securing new business opportunities. Managed and developed strategies to increase sales through targeted contractor engagement.✔ Marketing and Merchandising: Oversaw marketing and merchandising activities, including designing and implementing product and floor display designs for seasonal promotions. Ensured effective product presentation to maximize visibility and attract customer interest.

Merrillville, In

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ✔ Territory Management and Sales Growth: Managed a $1 million sales territory in Northwest Indiana, overseeing 250 accounts. Delivered exceptional customer service to top 25 accounts, preserving and increasing sales through relationship management and personalized support.✔ Customer Service and Issue Resolution: Provided superior customer service by acquiring in-depth product knowledge to make informed recommendations. Investigated and resolved customer concerns promptly, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.✔ Promotion and Marketing Coordination: Organized and executed monthly promotions to boost sales, implementing strategies to drive product visibility and engagement. Developed promotional activities to attract and retain customers.✔ Project Assistance and Specification Support: Assisted general contractors and architects with project specifications, ensuring accurate and effective product application for various projects. Supported project requirements and contributed to successful project outcomes.✔ Contract Negotiation and Business Development: Contributed to the negotiation of multi-year paint contracts with two major steel manufacturers. Increased communications with new customers to expand business opportunities and achieve sales targets.

Greater Chicago Area

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚– ✔ Store Management and Operations Oversaw one of the largest stores in the country, generating $3 million in annual sales. Supervised and scheduled 12 sales associates, coordinated all deliveries, and managed a $500,000 inventory, ensuring efficient store operations and effective inventory control.

Merrillville

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚– ✔Store Operations: Supported daily store operations, including restocking shelves, maintaining store appearance, and processing transactions, contributing to a positive shopping experience and achieving sales goals.

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