S. Ward, P.G.
Craig
901-***-**** **** Massey Rd.
*******@****.*** Memphis, TN 38119
Seeking Position As:
Business Development Manager
Remarkably determined, wise, and goal-oriented Business Development Manager has strong
business acumen and extensive experience in sales, marketing, business development, and
project management. Demonstrates highly superior selling ability coupled with outstanding
planning and organizational skills; proven ability to understand and address consumer needs,
develop and implement customer-focused strategies, resolve issues, build positive relationships
with stakeholders, and meet demanding time goals. Active listener, problem solver, and versatile
coupled with an engaging personality; recognized as top sales performer, continually
exceeding sales quotas and developing more productive revenue base. Displays refined
leadership style with strong commitment towards guiding and motivating teams to perform
excellently and achieve goals in a competitive and rapidly changing industry. Highly motivated
to thrive in demanding roles and contribute to the success of the organization.
Sales/Account Management Project Management & Coordination
Communication & Listening Skills Leadership & Organizational Skills
Customer Service & Relationship Building Expertise in Consultancy
Professional Experience
Environmental Testing and Consulting Feb 2009 – July 2011
Sales Manager
Determined the synergies and priority between the supplier and buyer, profiling the buying
players and understanding their needs to match it to the capabilities of the supplier.
Performed market needs analysis, including evaluating economic trends and competitors’
performance, to establish and deliver appropriate market offerings.
Trained and mentored sales force, empowering them while providing leadership and
motivation to maximize productivity and boost employee morale.
Planned and created business plans to capture new untapped market, including
continuously identifying new business opportunities to increase sales revenues.
Involved in developing strategic plans and decisions by effectively identifying and assessing
internal and external factors that affect the business.
Environmental Science Corporation Aug 2003 – Jan 2009
Southeastern Sales
Applied aggressive sales strategies and techniques to effectively market products, attaining
an average monthly sale of approximately $200k/month.
Managed and maintained an active client base, providing excellent customer service to
capture targeted market segments and maintain client loyalty.
Delivered and communicated superior customer value by continuously understanding the
entire value chain, including analyzing consumer behavior.
Conceptualized and implemented innovative sales and marketing programs and initiatives
to enhance market awareness and ensure strong market penetration.
Maintained and updated product knowledge to better serve clients; prepared detailed
sales reports as well as participated actively in sales meetings.
Organized and conducted impressive sales presentations to market products and
encourage actual purchase; provided timely response to client inquiries.
QORE Property Sciences, Inc. July 2000 – Aug 2002
Environmental Department Manager
Grew and maintained an active client base, developing strategies, managing execution,
and measuring results to realize business growth and success.
Planned, scheduled, and coordinated various work activities of engineers and geologists,
ensuring task/s completion within budget and specified time frame.
Oversaw, supervised, and performed field environment site assessments leading to
remediation design; managed all financial aspects of the department.
Provided training for staff to enhance their knowledge and capabilities; participated
actively in the conduct of Marketing/Business Development presentations.
Prepared and presented estimates, proposals, project scope and goals, and project
schedules, including assessment results, remediation design, and construction plans.
Cobb Environmental and Technical Services, Inc. June 1997 – July 2000
Senior Project Manager
Managed project sites in Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, and
North Carolina, ensuring successful project completion and operational excellence.
Performed various tasks such as scheduling field work, planning and controlling of budget,
monitoring work progress, purchasing of materials and equipment, and preparing proposals.
Developed all reporting formats, quality assurance and quality control plans; ensured to
comply with industry standards as well as with company policies and safety guidelines.
Provided senior management with relevant reports; conducted fieldwork, employing risk-
based corrective action to classify sites based on risks and select cost-effective measures.
Other Work Experience
Omega Environmental Services, Project Manager, Dallas, TX June 1995 – June 1997
Omega Environmental Services/Gurr & Associates, Staff Geologists, FL Jan 1993 – June 1995
Education & Technical Skills
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, 1989 – 1993
Bachelor of Science in Geology
Microsoft Office Microsoft Windows WordPerfect Mac Applications
Certifications: Alabama Registered Professional Geologist Corrective Action Project Manager
(CAPM #01147) MS Water Well Driller and UST Removal License
Notable Highlights
Successfully marketed and closed company’s 3 largest environmental clients in 1 year;
recognized as top grossing sales executive in the Eastern US, generating sales in excess of
$1.5 million annually; received promotions ahead of schedule.
References Gladly Provided Upon Request