Experienced leader, self-driven and results oriented Sales Executive with proven ability to multi task and think "outside the box" having vast experience in strategic planning, sales execution, marketing promotions, new business development, headquarter, broker and distributor management that will drive sales and performance initiatives within the grocery, convenience, foodservice, worldwide military, global export sports / entertainment and alternate channel. Ability to adapt, work well with and maintain collaborative relationships across cross-functional internal and external members. KEY STRENGTHS:• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans for customers to include: top-line sales, marketing and promotional activities and product sku rationalization. • Develop and maintain relationships with key marketing and sales personnel in assigned accounts. Including: sales meetings, new product presentations and trade shows.• Leads and coordinates all projects for brands in all assigned accounts. • Communicates regularly with appropriate supply chain team members regarding account updates and execution plans on account activity.• Collaborate with all assigned accounts to ensure that strategies are in-line with customer focus on new products, brand awareness and product knowledge.• Assist marketing and sales management with development of marketing strategies and advertising plans as appropriate. Recommend opportunities for increased penetration, based on knowledge of customers and territory.• Negotiates, develops and maintains all customer contracts and partnership agreements.SKILLS: • Verbal, Written and Interpersonal • Strategic Sales Planning• Profit and Revenue Management• Broker and Distributor Management • Forecasting and Budgets• Customer Account Development• Internal and External Collaboration• IRI data and Empower IT• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Wordtimothysteed12@yahoo.com