MICHAEL WAYNE BAUGUS
Corinth, MS *8834
Home: 662-***-**** **************@*********.*** Cell: 662-***-****
SUMMARY
Energetic, persuasive, and decisive sales professional dedicated to Bringing knowledge of the products and
services the industry has to physicians. Providing them with the tools and resources to help patients to have the
best options for their care.. Utilize disease education in the cardiovascular market and personal strengths to
recognize customer needs to be an asset to my company as well as the physicians as a whole. Great planning
skills and developed ability to prepare for future changes in the industry with customers and organization.
Marketing
Outside sales
Account management
Knowledge of the market
I strive to be competitive, persuasive, positive, and attentive to all details
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NovaQuest, Tupelo, MS 2008- present
Strategic partner to the Pharmaceutical industry through commercial success, accessing expert
resources, and clinical development
Product responsibility for Cymbalta and Symbyax . Working with my partners with Lilly to capitalize
on Cymbalta Mood and Pain indications. So far in my tenure we have grown our share of Symbyax to
rank in the Top 20 out of 150 territories. Also growing Cymbalta at or slightly above the region.
I have led programs and audio conferences with Thought leaders both on Bipolar depression and
Major mood disorder.
Continued to observe ethical behavior in the field.
Staying on top of training for Disease state knowledge .
Point for Lilly partnership for my district.
MERCK, North Mississippi, MS 2006- 2008
Innovative Industry leader in Research and product development. Putting the Patient First!
Senior Professional Sales Representative
Product responsibility for Hypertension Market leader Cozaar and Hyzaar. Launched the First DDP-4
inhibitor in the Diabetes Market, Januvia. Also, worked with My Partners to grow share of Januvia
and Janumet successfully every quarter in 2007-2008. Maintained and met Goals set forward for
Hyzaar
Led region in Share Change in 2008 for Hyzaar
Became a resource to physicians and kept them inform of new products and services through
meetings, Lectures, and lunch programs.
Kept ethical standards the focus of my sales approach at all times.
Continually to strive for further education of the Disease states in the cardiovascular market
Point for a New Diabetes Education Tool called Journey for Control targeting Diabetes Educators
Finished 2008 ranked in top 10% in Growth to Janumet franchise in region.
PEPSI AMERICAS, Batesville, MS, Memphis, TN 2002 – 2006
Pepsi’s second largest Anchor Bottler with operations in nine countries around the globe,
delivering every day.
Region Sales Manager, Mississippi
Overall responsibility For Casinos, Schools, Universities, and Restaurants to market new products, grow sales
and increase margins for both Pepsi Americas and their customers. The other markets I have marketed in are
Corinth, MS and Collierville, TN.
Grew the Food service Business by developing relationships and sales goals with major Casinos,
Universities, and Restaurants.
Reduced cost in the repair and maintenance budgets by working with Technicians to get the repairs
complete the first time and in a timely manor.
Expanded the Full service business with Schools, Hospitals, and industries.
Utilized the existing business to market new products, i.e. “Gatorade.”
Implemented an innovated pouring rights contract to parks and recreation sector
COCA-COLA BOTTLING WORKS, Corinth, MS 1998 – 2002
An independent Bottler serving the Northeast area of Mississippi for over Ninety years with excellent
products and Services
Cold Drink Sales Manager
Overall responsibility to Grow thee cold drink sector of the business including schools, factories, contract feeders, and
medical facilities. Managed seven conventional sales routes in Multi-States.
Went to Market with Enthusiasm to grow market share and brand recognition.
Organized and managed a sales force that concentrated on Schools, Full line operators, and area
Businesses.
Used new product sizes to grow net revenue.
EDUCATION
BBA, Sales Marketing and Management, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
3.25 Major GPA 2.95 overall GPA
Member, Pi Kappa Phi and the MSU Intramural Board
HOBBIES AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Running, as a healthy lifestyle, as well as, a goal-oriented activity.
Spend time coaching youth sports activities at the local activity center.
Serve on the Board at Hillandale Country Club