Deshawn Lockhart, Bs Marketing, Management Email & Phone Number

Jackson, Mississippi Area

Territory Account Manager01/17- Present• Integrated national retailing programs in a territory of 60 stores to promote and train store associates on the sales of branded window coverings.• Utilized leading edge data, information systems, (Zoho) and metrics around financial, brand and shopper trends to maximize market share, sales and profits through price optimization for Levolor and our customers.• Qualifications include the following. Selling/Marketing Skills, Sales Reporting/Training Skills, and Presentations/Time Management Skills.

Jackson, Mississippi Area

Commercial Sales Manager 01/15- 01/17• Maintained strong relationships with current and existing Commercial customers (Firestone, Goodyear, and major car dealerships) while obtaining new business with shop owners in designated territory.• Generated adequate sales numbers, ensuring that Commercial customers are taken care of by Mobile Sales Representatives.• Developed market analysis to upper management by monitoring KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).• Motivated and led Commercial team to achieve the sales targets, as well as, increase company profitability.

Jackson, Mississippi Area

Territory Manager 01/2011 – 01/14• Oversaw 16 Big Box stores over the Mid-South region MS, LA (Lowes) also, partnered with management to develop and drive sales growth plans in DIY and Pro Services in urban and rural areas.• Pulled reports weekly to determine sales numbers and current inventory.• Cross merchandise related products throughout all stores within the region to ensure optimal sales productivity.• Actively participated in the weekly management meetings to create solid marketing plans for underperformingstores.• Coordinated with Territory Managers in other regions to increase market share.• Planned and conducted weekly training events in high volume stores for sales associates.• Trained and demonstrated new products to management and consumers.• Approached and assisted customers with design options and product information.

Jackson, Mississippi Area

Account Manager 12/2007 - 01/2010• Created scripts for local and regional commercials.• Assisted local Sales Managers in establishing annual revenue goals and set controls to ensure desired goals areachieved.• Increased revenue by 25% by preparing detailed sales strategies and fair negotiations.• Maintained and increased sales for over 20 local and regional businesses from variety of industries.• Utilized solid media packages that included television, websites, and mobile text messaging to distribute marketingpromotions to consumers and vendors.