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Grafton, Ma, Us

Grafton, Ma, Us

Whitestone, New York, Us

Whitestone, New York, Us

Bedford, Nh, Us

As a member of the Executive team, I developed an annual business plan designed to drive substantial growth in sales territories. I supervised three direct reports and influenced performance feedback for staff in four divisions/26 sales centers. I used my superior customer service skills to collaborate with key divisions to execute strategies for brand awareness and adoption, coordinate program promotions, and improve customer satisfaction. I effectively and efficiently served as a liaison between my company and vendors.The following are highlights of the value I brought to Coca-Cola of Northern New England:♦ Named 2018 Top Performer for net outlet growth during annual Incentive Program; opened 534 outlets and generated $654K in revenue.♦ Designed and leveraged local outlet pricing structure, increased back half revenue by 4% in 6,200 independent customers.♦ Oversaw direct reports and sales representatives in four divisions, establishing strategies to boost strike rates, customer satisfaction, and brand promotions by 2% in volume and 5% in revenue.

As a sales executive at Coca-Cola Refreshments, I supervised five direct reports and led a team of nearly 150 sales associates. My critical thinking and strategic planning skills were integral in my ability to create an annual marketing plan designed to increase revenue and build and maintain positive relationships with teams and partners. I was able to negotiate annual agreements and price/package plans as well as devise strategies to achieve substantial growth in each sales territory. I worked tirelessly with both internal and external staff to secure critical supplies and tools which enhanced the bottom line.The following are highlights of the value I brought to Coca-Cola Refreshments:♦ In 2016, ranked #1 Marketing Unit; opened 3,630 new outlets, an increase of 13% over previous year.♦ Enhanced annual revenue by $1.5M, DNGP by $1.1M and rate per case by $.31 over previous year.♦ Generated $8.6M cases in sales and $162M in annual revenue.♦ Attained lowest US churn rate, 13.7%, which is 4% less than other regions.

Uxbridge, West London, Gb

In this role, I advised and mentored new recruits in long-term sales and marketing strategies. I taught the rookies how to conduct customer-based research, identify leads, segment markets, and how to launch new products. I crafted strategies to generate substantial growth in sales territories and conducted post-event evaluations and incorporated the data in subsequent marketing and promotional plans.The following are highlights of the value I brought to Coca-Cola Refreshments:♦ Supervised CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid accounts; managed over $75M in annual sales and 5M physical cases distributed by 46 facilities.♦ Constructed a targeted business plan focused on customer and business needs, exceeding volume goals on average by 7% annually.♦ Cultivated long-term relationships with vendors, resulting in optimal price/package plans for customer and Coke.

Uxbridge, West London, Gb

◈Performed in-store planning by tailoring programs and fact-based sales presentations to the customer's needs, store demographics, and the current consumer base in order to drive revenue and customer growth. ◈Developed strong business relationships with store management to provide service and value beyond the customer's expectations.

Bachelor Of Science, Business Administration & Marketing

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