Driven sales professional in the wholesale building products industry, specializing in Engineered Wood Products.

In my current position I am responsible for Identifying, developing, or evaluating marketing strategies, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup factors.This requires me to formulate, direct, or coordinate marketing activities or policies to promote products or services, working with advertising or promotion managers.I am responsible for evaluating the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.I develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction.Compile lists describing product in order to further grow the knowledge base of our sales team as well as our customers. I consult with product development personnel on product specifications such as design, color, or packaging.Frequently I develope sales forecasting or strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products, lines, or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market trends.I negotiate contracts with vendors to manage product distribution, establishing distribution networks or developing distribution strategies.I cooordinate or participate in promotional activities or trade shows, working with developers, advertisers, or production managers, to market products or services.I consult with buying personnel to gain advice regarding the types of products or services expected to be in demand.Conduct economic or commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products or services.Recommend modifications to products, packaging, production processes, or other characteristics to improve the environmental soundness or sustainability of products.Advise business or other groups on local, national, or international factors affecting the buying or selling of products or services.