Mark Edwards Email & Phone Number

Eden Prairie, MN

> Developed, grew and managed a large account base throughout Minnesota and WestCentral Wisconsin.> Established appointments and worked with our customers engineering and purchasing departments in the design, qualification and sales of automation, controls, electronic/electro-mechanical parts, hardware and fastener products.> Coordinated with inside sales.

> Helped establish National Accounts contracts with key customers resulting in $250,000.00 in increased sales for our company.> Coordinated and set up table top shows and lunch and learn seminars which promoted the company and increased sales.> Sold a broad line card in electronics including interconnect, electro-mechanical, semi-conductors.

> Managed customer account base by providing engineering and sales support.> Set up customer appointments and made in person calls to provide sales opportunities and build relationships.> Provided customer service and satisfaction by coordinating with inside sales, the manufacturer and the distributor to establish and maintain competetive pricing, lead.

> In charge of the procurement, maintenance and timely delivery of all parts, materials and supllies.> Established purchasing policies and proceedures in preperation for ISO certification.> Helped Develop and implement an operational system to combine and cross-reference part numbers for all inventoried items.> Aided in the implementation of the MRP system.

> Procured Electronic Components, Connectors, Fasteners, Hardware, Wire and Cable, Test Equipment, Fabricated Metal and Plastic parts, Film and Processing Chemicals, Office Furniture and various supplies and services.> Worked with purchasing manager and engineering department to establish, evaluate and approve vendors.> Helped establish, implement and.

> Taught and trained junior members of the unit in how to set up, operate and fire the Howitzer.> Responsible for the accuracy and timely delivery of rounds on enemy positions.> Recieved Honorable Discharge, Two Meritorious Citations and a Good Conduct Medal.