D. Brent Lewis
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Tracy, California 95376 abmg28@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
Sales Manager with more than 10 years of experience in sales and customer
service. Adept at establishing strong client relationships and developing
customer loyalty. Effective organizer with an adaptable approach that
generates enthusiasm in staff while increasing the company's profitability.
WORK HISTORY
KLICKCAR, Northern California May 2006 - Present
Sales Manager - Direct Sales and Marketing functions for wholesale,
online auto auction.
. Identify sales prospects through site visits, cold calls and referrals.
. Develop and manage ongoing client relationships.
. Prepare and present proposals to potential clients.
. Provide hands-on training and support to new and existing clients.
. Handle backend administration to set up new dealers in the online system.
. Hire, train and supervise account representatives
GPX INTERNATIONAL TIRE CORP., Hayward, CA November 2003 - May 2006
Western Region Sales and Operations Manager (December 2004 - May 2006)
. P&L responsibility for sales and operations of a tire manufacturer's
distribution facility serving eight states.
. Increased sales by 25% while improving the gross profit by 2% and reduced
operational expenses by 14%.
. Responsible for hiring and supervising sales employees and warehouse
staff.
. Prepared sales forecasts and inventory requirement projections.
Sales Representative (November 2003 - December 2004)
. Promoted sales by prospecting for new dealers, providing customer support
to existing dealers and conducting training sessions for their sales
staff.
. Gathered feedback from customers and reported changes in market
conditions and potential new opportunities.
. Participated in trade shows and marketing blitz events.
. Assisted Accounts Receivable Department with collection of payment.
. Coordinated shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise.
. Prepared weekly sales activity reports.
REDBURN TIRE COMPANY, Tucson, AZ. April 2002 - November 2003
Commercial Sales - Heavy equipment, mining, and over the road commercial
tire sales.
. Identified sales prospects through site visits, cold calls and referrals.
. Developed and managed ongoing client relationships.
. Prepared and presented proposals to potential clients.
. Coordinated delivery of product and service.
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TIRE CENTERS, LLC. December 1998 - March 2002
Assistant Manager Gulfport, MS. (June 1999 - March 2002)
. Responsible for the operations of a tire store with commercial and retail
sales.
. Supervised product deliveries and customer service.
. Managed 24 hour dispatch of service technicians.
Commercial Sales Hammond, LA. (December 1998 - June 1999)
. Identified sales prospects through site visits, cold calls and referrals.
. Presented proposals and conducted fleet surveys for prospects and
existing clients.
. Coordinated delivery of product and service.
RF MOTOR SPORTS, INC., Baton Rouge, LA. June 1995 - December
1998
Owner
. Managing partner of an automotive service and performance shop with
responsibility for marketing, operations and sales.
TIRE CENTERS, LLC., Los Angeles, CA. June 1991 - October 1993
Wholesale Sales Representative
. Outside passenger and light truck tire sales to retail dealers.
DISNEYLAND, Anaheim, CA. July 1989 - June 1991
Culinary Host
. Cast Member at Caf Orleans restaurant - duties included food preparation
and serving.
EDUCATION
AA, Business Administration, Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA.
SKILLS
Computer experience including MS Publisher, Word, Excel, Powerpoint,
Outlook,
Filemaker Pro and ACT Contact Management Software.