Sales Manager

J Grant Reddington

**** *. ***** ** *****, Idaho 83709 208-***-****

abhob8@r.postjobfree.com

Hands-on results oriented supervisor, manager, and business owner. 20+

years of proven integrity and increasing responsibilities in the retail,

wholesale, and building industries. Dependable leadership with strong

communication and execution skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings, Boise, Idaho

2010 - Current

Account Manager

Serve as inside sales representative with existing accounts through inbound

and outbound telephone calls. Facilitate all aspects of the sales process

including identifying new opportunities, developing sales solutions,

closing sales opportunities, negotiating pricing, providing outstanding

customer service and follow-up. I have solid product knowledge in all types

of floor coverings as well as countertops and tile. In addition to

telephone sales I meet daily in person with clients providing guidance

along with options for each customers needs. This position requires good

planning, organization, communication skills, problem solving and making

good decisions. In addition to office duties I oversee the warehouse

keeping things neat and organized while loading and unloading all materials

entering and leaving the facility. Warehouse duties include using the

forklift to maneuver rolls of carpet, vinyl and various pallets including

receiving all products into the computer system. Facilitate all claims for

materials with all different carpet mills and floor covering manufacturers.

Other skills include proficiency in using Microsoft Office software.

AutoZone, Boise, Idaho

2008 - 2010

Assistant Store Manager

Oversee store operations while providing excellent customer service to both

retail and commercial customers.

Mitch's Carpet & Lighting, Nampa, Idaho

2005 - 2008

Owner

Managed daily operations of a 6,000 s.f. retail store with up to 10

employees plus an additional 50 installers. Coordinated scheduling for all

installations and managed all ordering/receiving of materials. Managed A/R

and A/P along with building new business in the residential new

construction market. Increased business by working in conjunction with

designers and builders to plan and supply interiors for homeowners.

. Grew sales from 1.5 million to 4.2 million per year.

. Expanded sales team - opening up two separate divisions.

. Developed long term relationships with other trades as well as new

clients.

Albertson's, Boise, Idaho

1981-2004

Store Director, Boise, Idaho (2002-2004)

Managed store operations directing all store activities. Proved leadership

and communication skills ensuring achievement of sales, profits, and

expense categories (from all departments) while maintaining high standards

pertaining to overall store conditions. Personally resolved all employee

and customer concerns and issues.

. Improved annual location sales by 12%.

. Exceeded earnings projection on average of $50K quarterly.

. Achieved the highest company rating possible for controlling

safety/compliance.

. Conducted annual performance reviews for all department mangers.

. Executed corporate and divisional marketing promotions.

Grocery Department Manager, Idaho Falls & Boise, Idaho (1997-2002)

Assisted Store Director with daily store operations while overseeing the

grocery department. Received promotion for excellence in maintaining

inventory levels, procurement, scheduling and training assistants.

. Achieved projected sales, labor and gross profits consistently.

. Implemented schematic updates and new item merchandising to ensure

first to market with new items within 24 hours.

. Developed, trained and mentored 5 employees into management positions.

. Worked directly with outside vendors establishing partnerships.

Key Carrier Positions, Boise, Idaho (1991-1997)

Completed entry-level management roles within the front-end and grocery

departments. Assumed management of the store in the absence of the Store

Director and Grocery Manager.

. Supervised 25-30 employees per shift

. Resolved customer questions and problems

. Performed all closing duties making sure the store was ready for

business.

Albertson's, Boise, Idaho (1981-1991)

Advanced from Courtesy Clerk through the ranks in the Front End and Grocery

department while learning the grocery industry.

EDUCATION

. 1.5 Years Basic Studies. Boise State University, Boise, Idaho

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

. Complete Manager Course - Cornell University

. Managing for Inspired Performance - Albertson's

. Sales Solutions Seminar - Albertson's

. Successful Life Course - Ed Foreman

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