Promoted to General Sales and Operations Manager to rejuvenate a branch that underwent a multiple territory merger. Restructured the general operations of the branch to rid unhealthy habits and make operations organized and efficient. Created and implemented a successful business and marketing plan specific to the territory. Motivated and trained employees to utilize their strengths, improve upon their weaknesses, and ultimately become sales champions in the industry. Manage territory’s assets, inventory, receivables, supply chain, and overall sales.

Assisted in landing a major Fortune 500 company from a competitor during a global production shutdown and was promoted to Senior Account Manager to maintain positive working relationships and excellent customer service. In charge of managing, and the business development of territory’s top 3 accounts, and the district’s new top account, including their locations in Israel and China. Managed, trained, and mentored 2 sales associates while creating monthly business plans, organizing weekly on-site meetings, extensively sourcing products, and creating cost-saving presentations.

Outside Sales Representative: October 2013-December 2014:Responsible for the sales of products and services in over 15 categories. Led all phases of sales cycle from prospecting to closing and follow-up with a proven ability to reach all levels of decision-makers in a B2B setting. Made an average of 10 cold-calls and 10 visits per day while managing a book of 50 accounts in 2013, to 70+ accounts in 2014. Inside Sales Representative: September 2012-October 2013Identified prospective customers using lead generating methods and performing an average of 25 cold calls per day. In charge of territory’s marketing material and social media. Handled daily sales, extensively sourced products, created quotes and credit memos while managing inventory and all shipping and receiving duties. Assigned as territory’s asset specialist managing customer cash flow by reducing days out and minimizing branch assets.

Worked events and developed effective techniques to spearhead seminars bringing new customers into the store.Demonstrated new products to a diverse clientele which led to an increase in sales.Consistently met and exceeded department expectations for productivity and accuracy levels.Received company's employee of the month award 8 times for the sale of products, credit applications and outstanding customer feedback.

Worked outside of the store attending bridal shows in the Cleveland and surrounding areas.Set up booths and informed potential customers about the company's products and reputation.Negotiated prices to beat the competition and turn potential customers into actual customers.