• Recruited in 2012 for my knowledge in steel and polyester strapping and associated tools and machines• Responsible for 150+ active accounts consisting of small distributors and end-users across the US, Mexico and Canada with a projected annual sales volume of $885,000• Work directly with the customer information gatherers and decision makers to find the best product fit for their particular application and enhancing customer relationships• Proficient at selling additional items to retain a deeper partnership between customers and vendors often enabling activation of older existing accounts • Development and improvement of existing packaging needs for new and old applications • Skillful at negotiating with vendors to get the best price and product for the customer's application

• Managed and maintained day-to-day activities for 20+ national and key accounts for the food, cosmetic and oil industries• SAP set-up and implementation for the Simpsonville, SC office• Logistic management, rate negotiation and account servicing• Managed imports, exports and domestic shipments and documentation of chemicals and raw materials located in Texas and California warehouses ensuring customer satisfaction• Planned forecasts and purchasing of raw materials from Europe exceeding $2M • Worked closely with customers in planning for future or unexpected usage to enable just in time material delivery

• Key employee for startup polyester strapping manufacturer for US location; home office located in Greece• Liaison between multiple locations in Italy, Germany, Poland, United Kingdom and Canada• Created sales forecasts and existing condition reports directly to CEO• Account management both nationally and domestically thru trade shows and day-to-day contact• Worked directly with sales and production managers to ensure just-in-time delivery for strapping, parts, & tools• Forecasted and imported shipments for steel strapping while setting logistical rates with carriers foreign and domestic• Instrumental in product development and maintained American Railroad Association (AAR) certifications

Sales Support, managed accounts, provided excellent customer service

Supported Sales, managed/depleted outdated inventory, computer knowledge on hardware and software programs, active with committees - safety & spirit, shipping and receiving, scanned doc into a scan doc program for filing, supported team where needed.