Sales Manager

Richard Tuttle

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Cell: 616-***-**** ****.********@*****.***

Professional objective:

To find a challenging position in a company where I can use my diverse experiences developed while managing the businesses below and at the same time learning new skills.

Top Qualities

Team Leadership.

Strong organizational skills.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Highly personable and able to work in diverse settings.

Proficient in solving problems and implementing solutions under tight deadlines.

Skilled presenter and trainer

Excellent time management

Strong people skills

Working in an office environment for over 15 years.

Education:

Bachelor of Business Administration Grand Valley State University, 1989

Computer Skills:

Operating Systems: Windows 7 & 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP.

Software/Applications: Microsoft Office, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Open Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Internet Explorer, Plex online, Turbo Tax, Quicken, and Quickbooks.

Professional experiences:

7/2000-8/2005 and 7/2008-Present

Sales Manager, Ginsan Industries

I reversed declining revenue by leading a team to increase sales by 6-8% per year. I

worked with production to streamline processes, helped purchasing source less

expensive components, and developed new and innovative products. During my

absence the company faltered, but when the new owners took over I was sought out and

recruited to help rebuild. I have been able to once again help turnaround and grow the

business, this time in a down economy. I did this by rebuilding relationships with

customers and vendors as well as sourcing new vendors. I am responsible for managing

inventory levels and product mix. I also directed our shipping department to find the

best prices and developed a shipping program that helped increase sales and saved our

customers on shipping costs which made our company stand out from the competition.

2/1998-7/2000

General Manager, Dublin Pump and Water Conditioning

I stepped in to manage a water treatment dealership business for an owner who chose to

step out of the daily operations. I was responsible for every aspect of this business

including tracking sales and expenses, inventory levels and purchasing. I managed the

warehouse and inventory as well as managing incoming jobs and dispatching

technicians to those jobs. I managed employees including scheduling their work hours,

vacations,and other employee issues. Hiring and firing of employees was also part of

my responsibilities. During my tenure I increased sales by 18-20% per year. I created a

sales team using a diverse group of existing employees, developed service and

promotional programs that increase sales to the existing customer base as well as

attracted new customers.

6/1985-12/1997

Production Manager, Paul C. Miller Company

I helped to orchestrate the turnaround of a gravel mining company. I developed a new

bidding process that in the first year of implementation produced a record year of sales.

This resulted in the first profitable year since new ownership took over the company. In

addition, I implemented a plan to diversify the company into other construction

segments which proved to further increase sales and profits. I was in charge of daily

operations and responsible for mine safety. Mine safety included keeping the equipment

operating in a safe manor, proper backup alarms, guarding on conveyors, engine

shrouds, etc... Mine safety also included keeping roadways and the mining areas

properly bermed and free of hazards. I operated many different types of heavy

equipment including drag-line cranes, hydraulic excavators, front-end loaders, and dump

trucks.

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