Generated sales and contributed additional revenue by reviving inactive accounts and developing new business. Prepared detailed quotes within 1-2 days of requests. Created solutions and translated technical information into understandable content for buyers. Provided contractors, builders, and architects with measure and drawing consultation and explained feature/benefit of all recommendations. Sold 5,000 fencing, gate and security products including chain link, vinyl, wood, and ornamental (aluminum and iron.) Sold from existing inventory and utilized suppliers for specialty material and products. Skilled at maximizing order amount by selling 'add-ons' including on site custom made gates, openers/operators. Responsible for all after sales follow up including communication with client and credit/collections, scheduling and delivery. Teamed with marketing department to launch new online quoting website. Contacted accounts and explained features/benefits of submitting quote requests online. Overcame contractors' objections and resistance to achieve 80% participation in only one month. Assisted Branch Manager with negotiating best pricing and updated product literature from vendors to drive sales and establish price margins. Improved customer loyalty and sales by working with team on company's Digital Price Catalog Project. Updated information for 500 items from 4 product categories including price, parts, specification and inventory status. Achieved success with past due account collection including full payments received from 5 delinquent accounts and agreement for repayment from 7 additional customers. Documented, retained and archived all sales paperwork and accounting records for internal audits as required for JSOX compliance after Master Halco's acquisition by international parent company Itochu.

Responsible for exceeding management's revenue goals by assisting prospects with their projects and product inquiries. Became product expert and sold from 75 categories including interior/exterior doors, fixed and operational windows and skylights, architectural products, garage doors, exterior home material / siding and fencing. Consulted with customers to identify needs and wants, and presented products best matched to those requirements. Created estimates and quotes, researched and recommended special order products and provided drawings when needed. Described features and benefits of recommended products and moved the inquiry process to selection and sales. Continuously interacted with vendors, installation department, and prospects. Ranked #1 producer five times for my region and recognized by management for cross-selling to other departments boosting overall store sales. Additionally promoted in store financing and credit options.

Worked as a fifth grade educator teaching the Texas essential skills and knowledge for math and U.S. History. Served 30 diverse students from wide ranging cultural and economic backgrounds. Respected and encouraged students while holding them accountable for their own conduct and learning. Engaged students in small groups with interactive lessons and technology. Involved all students with Special Needs learners fostering teamwork and inclusion. Used multiple communication methods to involve parents and caregivers. Encouraged feedback and involvement and provided resources where needed. As substitute teacher, I sought to engage the absent teachers' students while continuing to emphasize the knowledge objectives currently being taught. Relied on my flexibility and self-initiative to serve multiple educators and their students, in all grades, at a variety of schools in the district. I was recommended for two long term assignments and requested to coordinate the small student groups as a Math Tutorial Specialist. I advanced to Student Teacher as I completed my Educator training and then achieved my goal of becoming a licensed Texas Educator

Responsible for growing architectural product sales as Andersen Window and Door Rep. Developed new market by researching and mining 50 qualified prospects/week. Used multiple methods for establishing prospects including high volume phone and field contacts, internet research, and connections made from related industries and publications. Met with architects, home builders and homeowners to review blue prints and document take-offs. Conducted window and door needs/wants assessment, analyzed design specs on elevation(s), and reviewed dollar amount budgeted for this category. Researched and selected window/door options and solutions within budget to fit specified framed openings, while preserving desired margin/profit. Created and presented detailed estimates containing milling/manufacturing specifications, individual and/or product combination sizes, and requirements for installing and mulling configurations. Consulted with end user when requested, and successfully secured additional money when window/door selection was revised and category budget was exceeded. Became confident competitive product expert able to win over prospects and close 75% of presentations. Exceeded clients' expectations by coordinating order, tracking delivery, and verifying completion of installation and approval of inspection.

Franchisee Rep for Arco ampm operators. Responsible for assisting franchisee with all aspects of store and fuel operations. Tasked with assuring franchisee's compliance with all requirements and procedures while providing assistance, demonstrations, and support with all areas of store function. Support areas included accounting, documentation, vendor relations, cleaning, food handling, storage and safety, and adherence to required plan-o-gram for stocking. Additionally monitored franchisee's fuel inventory checks, ordering logs and pump functioning. Partnered with franchisee to analyze research findings regarding competitor pricing, consumer habits, performance history, and future trends. Collaborated to establish best practices and optimum price points that would yield maximum traffic and sales. Additionally assisted with driving sales and traffic by promoting store name and location on signage at local sports venues and community events. Involved with merchandising and marketing including store/vendor promotions, advertising, and event planning.