Robert D. Whitehead
Elko, NV 89801
acd1o9@r.postjobfree.com
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT AND SALES
Mining Hydraulics Electronics
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Transported an unrecognized engineering and manufacturing capital equipment company
to the forefront of the mining industry with a record $16,738,510 in quotes and sales in
Nevada and Utah.
. Increased productivity and reduced down time cost for major mining sites in Nevada
through capital equipment improvement and installation.
. Addressed marketing and sales and operating procedures for the mining industry within
Nevada and Utah mine sites.
. Researched, developed and promoted materials for the hydraulics industry, specifically
high heat and abrasion resistant hoses.
. Designed and engineered special tooling for utilization in electronics manufacturing.
. Owned and operated an electronics manufacturing business for 10 plus years.
. Administered and retained a manufacture rep group for more than 9 years.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PHILIPPI-HAGENBUCH, INC. 2012-current
Business Development Representative for a design, engineering and fabrication company
specializing in manufacturing for the mining and off-road industries. Responsible for the sales
territory of Nevada and Utah with the outcome of sales specific to mining and heavy equipment
industries. Brought an unknown company from zero profit to $16,738,510 in quotes and sales.
Generated sales and interest in haul bodies, water trucks, low-boy trailers, rear eject trailers,
bottom dump trailers and tail gates for Philippi-Hagenbuch which was previously unrepresented
in Western mining regions.
MORSE HYDRAULICS CORPORATION, Elko, Nevada 2010-2012
Regional Manager for a 2.5 million dollar hydraulics company providing hydraulic service and
repair to regional mining companies in northern Nevada. Day to day management of hydraulics
installation and repair, corporate purchasing, logistics and sight maintenance. Accountable for
operating costs and budgets, company sales, community networking and corporate public
relations.
SOS STAFFING, Elko, Nevada 2008-2010
Branch Manager for a $1.5 million dollar annual human resource-staffing firm. Responsible for
recruitment, and fulfillment of employment resources. Management of operating expenses,
yearly and monthly budgets, employee records and files, community resources, interaction and
customer satisfaction. Responsible for all bid proposals to the mines and negotiations of terms
and contracts, financial reports, and implementation of company policies and procedures that met
mine expectations.
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WP SALES, INC, Arlington, Texas 1993-2004
Owner/Operator of an electronics manufacturing and distribution company with $3-$5 million in
sales annually. Managed all daily business operations including procurement, quality control,
scheduling, logistics, manufacturing and marketing of electronic products to high-end customers:
Motorola, Alcatel Network Systems, Nokia, Raytheon, and Siemens. Designed and engineered
products to meet client-manufacturing needs. Interfaced with vendors and product manufacturers.
Oversaw all profit and loss. Administered order processing, inventory tracking and quality
control of end product. Directed and trained staff in sales and marketing techniques. Set up
distribution in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Extensive travel throughout the region working
with distributors and end users.
WHITEHEAD & ASSOCIATES, Arlington, Texas 1984-1993
Owner of a manufacturing representative group with primary responsibilities in the electronics
assembly industry. Represented Hover Davis, Garland Service Company, Edsyn, Excelta, Xuron,
Chicago Case and Epoxy Technology. Executed extensive sales, marketing and customer service
with ATT, Motorola, Texas Instruments, IBM, Compaq Computer, Tandy, Ratheon, Bell,
General Dynamics, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Nokia, Rockwell Collins, and Digital Switch.
Widespread travel and sales throughout southern United States and abroad.
EDUCATION
Texas University Graduated B.S.-Honors
MSHA Certification
NAHAD Member
FPI Certification
CAREER SKILLS
Mining/Hydraulic/Electronic Sales
Product Assembly and Distribution
Training and Development
Client Development
Financial Planning and Analysis
P&L Responsibility
Operational Budgeting
Capital Budgeting