PRIMEdge is one of the most globally recognized suppliers of a wide diverse array of cutting edges andsharpening equipment for the world’s protein manufacturing industries, in particular beef, pork, and poultry. They supply end-users, distributors, and notable OEMs worldwide.MIDWEST TERRITORY SALES MANAGER (PRIMEdge)Driving PRIMEdge sales and marketing efforts in the Midwest, with a sharp focus on the protein processing sector. Collaboratively navigate intricate business terrains, seeking to reinforce our brand and secure influential contracts in the field. Responsible for the design and application of product line sales strategies, always with an eye on PRIMEdge long-term objectives.From a remote standpoint, I undertake extensive travel across designated territories, ensuring PRIMEdge remains a formidable presence in the industry. Utilize both traditional and digital outreach techniques, such as cold-calling, to enhance the brand’s footprint. Facilitate relationships with a diverse client base, making certain to align with their needs while consistently amplifying PRIMEdge influence.

MCD is European-based manufacture and is a subsidiary of Alfa Laval a major European industrial conglomerate. Alfa Laval is well established as a leading manufacturer of process technology and equipment. Alfa Laval operates a variety of market segments such as food and beverage manufacturing, light industrial processing, oil, marine and HVAC applications.MCD marketing strategy emphasizes not only generating revenues from Alfa Laval, but also from selling products to Alfa Laval competitors. MCD key accounts are Original Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, and providers of Engineering, Maintenance and Repair Services.MCD NORTH AMERICA SALES MANAGER (CANADA, USA, MEXICO)Recruited during the company’s initiative to build a new market in North America. Function as a part of a global team and as the company’s only representative in North America. Sell to a diversity of clients and manage/service the client relationship after the sale.Achieve North America revenue targets. Identify new customers and markets for the company’s products. Manage, support and further develop existing accounts and distribution channels. Provide technical and commercial support to customers. Plan customer visits thru out North America, prepare reports and maintain customer records using existing CRM software. Ensure customers’ needs are met. Prepare, implement and update the Sales Plan for North America. Prepare monthly sales forecasts.Traveling throughout North America (Road Warrior) and working thru language and cultural issues.

GT Sales and Manufacturing is an employee-owned manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of products, materials and fabricated parts for industry. GT Midwest offers vendor managed inventory and integrated supply services by utilizing the latest computer hardware, bar-code technology, and electronic data interchange.SALES ENGINEER, Kansas City, MissouriResponsible for managing the accounts day to day needs, customer service, assist in the vendor managed inventory programs and integrated supply services. Increase the bottom line on the customer base and solicit new customers. The customer base range in gross sales from $10,000/year to $1,000,000+/year.

Publicly-traded ABC Dispensing Technologies, Inc. provides user-friendly solutions to worldwide customers with needs for fast, precise and reliable measurement and control of high-volume dispensing of beverages, other liquids, paints, powders, and other granular ingredients.NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER, Kansas City, MissouriRecruited during the company’s turnaround initiative to build a new market from concept to profitability. Sell to a diversity of clients and manage/service the client relationship after the sale. Manage wide-ranging field design of software and hardware, often in partnership with key customers and vendors. Bottom-line success in market development is based on the initiative in building a strong foundation with Fortune 500 and other large clients. • Launched a new product (computerized automatic colorant dispenser) from start-up to 28% of qualified regional manufacturers in the United States and Canada.• Grew new product sales 50% year on year through cold-calling initiatives and nurturing of relationships with purchasing managers and senior executives• Spearheaded development of specialized product software for Fortune 500 and other clients through intense collaboration and customer-focus efforts.o Captured $200,000 in sales with a large customer (Hirshfield's) while concurrently establishing management’s trust and recruiting their assistance in product software development.o Championed creation of Wal-Mart’s focus group program and coordinated new product software deployment. Result: Sold, through a manufacturer, products that were ultimately placed in the Wal-Mart organization.• Successfully originated mutually profitable relationships with the three largest industry buying groups.• Outdistanced the competition to secure a $500,000 regional paint manufacturer account