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Newtown, Ct, Us

Sandy Hook, Ct

• Responsible for managing Intercounty Appliance buying group, related activities include: -Work strategically with director of merchandising and president to continually drive sales and meet annual sales targets. -Manage stock levels, logistics and special buy-ins, to effectively balance a diversified portfolio while minimizing inventory levels. -Account for backside programs and funding including advertising, EOMs, special program allowances and show support.… Show more • Responsible for managing Intercounty Appliance buying group, related activities include: -Work strategically with director of merchandising and president to continually drive sales and meet annual sales targets. -Manage stock levels, logistics and special buy-ins, to effectively balance a diversified portfolio while minimizing inventory levels. -Account for backside programs and funding including advertising, EOMs, special program allowances and show support. -Handle the sale of obsolete and closeout merchandise. -Create advertising elements to execute promotions and brand awareness. -Implement direct mailers, aligning NECO, Nationwide Marketing Group and GE promotions, with a recent campaign that resulted in a 16% spike in sales. -Process and approve damage, shipping errors, pricing discrepancies, inventory claims through “as-is” outlet and GE credit process.• Organize and lead new product introduction trainings in the NY/CT territory to deliver the GE training message. Assist in the logistics and planning of the NECO Foxwoods show.• Collaborate with region manager to develop the GE strategy for NECO which includes show, merchandising and display programs.• Communicate GE/NECO initiatives and priorities with group management, dealer principles and GE sales team to allow strong execution.• Excellent knowledge of the premium market and brands which allows for a stronger emphasis and penetration of built-ins and Monogram branded products. • Ensure maximum dealer display compliance by utilizing funds to seat GE products in prominent locations for independents. Work closely with dealers and cabinet designers maximizing SKU count in custom display footprint. • Introduce new products and execute GE merchandising programs to retail dealers directly and through the Intercounty Appliance Buying Group. Train and update salespeople on new and current products to increase knowledge and confidence to promote GE brands. Show less

Sandy Hook, Ct

• Managed $40 million territory representing dealers in Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY as well as the Nationwide of CT buying group.• Increased the initial independent dealer territory from $10 to 22 million through acquisition of new dealer base, execution of high end product lines and additional SKU’s on retail floors.• Achieved a minimum of 20% annual growth with Nationwide of CT since acquiring the account in 2002.• Expanded sales and presence for Monogram to be… Show more • Managed $40 million territory representing dealers in Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY as well as the Nationwide of CT buying group.• Increased the initial independent dealer territory from $10 to 22 million through acquisition of new dealer base, execution of high end product lines and additional SKU’s on retail floors.• Achieved a minimum of 20% annual growth with Nationwide of CT since acquiring the account in 2002.• Expanded sales and presence for Monogram to be recognized as one of the top ten area sales managers in the country for GE floors.• Organized and facilitated product training sessions for regional and independent customers resulting in a leadership award. Show less

Roslyn Heights, Ny

• Increased annual sales by an average of 35% through customer base growth and additional floor SKU’s.• Introduced and represented the Subzero, Thermador, Bosch, Gaggenau, Best and Franke product lines to appliance dealers, architects and kitchen dealers.• Responsible for the training and education of products in the Architects and Designers building in NYC.• Provided training on new products, changes to established lines and price modifications to keep dealers updated and… Show more • Increased annual sales by an average of 35% through customer base growth and additional floor SKU’s.• Introduced and represented the Subzero, Thermador, Bosch, Gaggenau, Best and Franke product lines to appliance dealers, architects and kitchen dealers.• Responsible for the training and education of products in the Architects and Designers building in NYC.• Provided training on new products, changes to established lines and price modifications to keep dealers updated and competitive. Show less

Norwalk, Ct

• Increased annual sales continuously on the average of 20% through existing customers and establishing new relationships.• Established a good rapport with builders, architects, designers and retail customers utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills.• Responsible for merchandising and purchasing of appliances for the retail floor.• Managed the purchasing and inventory of laundry, dishwashers, microwaves and vacuum cleaners.

Westport, Ct

Dispatcher / Parts Expediter • Routed service calls to achieve productivity goals based on available resources.• Expedited the delivery of parts to the field in a cost effective manner.• Assisted in the consolidation and restructuring of two offices to improve customer service quality.Warranty Management Administrator• Established contracts with North East appliance dealers to service GE customers.• Negotiated rates with servicers to repair non-GE branded products… Show more Dispatcher / Parts Expediter • Routed service calls to achieve productivity goals based on available resources.• Expedited the delivery of parts to the field in a cost effective manner.• Assisted in the consolidation and restructuring of two offices to improve customer service quality.Warranty Management Administrator• Established contracts with North East appliance dealers to service GE customers.• Negotiated rates with servicers to repair non-GE branded products under extended warranties.Customer Service Representative• Fielded customer complaints, scheduled service calls and initiated follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction. Show less

Norwalk, Ct

• Organized a part-time appliance delivery and installation business by subcontracting to local dealers.• Managed transactions, supervised and trained employees.

Fairfield, Ct

Bachelor’S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Associate’S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General