Sales Manager

Thomas Pruitt

Phone: 205-***-****

E-mail: *********@*****.***

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Sterrett AL. 35147

Summary

Self-motivated and analytical thinking individual capable of being successful in any environment. 6 plus

years experience managing and meeting sales, collection, and profit goals. Professional Railroader with a

strong knowledge of operating rules, commitment to safety, job performance, and zero infractions during

my career. Team Leader and problem solver capable of thinking outside of the box. Former Local

Chairman with experience in negotiations and claim settlement.

Work History

2008-Present Locomotive Engineer and Safety Representative

CSX Birmingham, AL.

I work various shifts in all weather providing both local and road service. I am qualified on 6 different sub divisions

totaling over 400 miles of territory. Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of rail freight, deciphering

work orders and train manifest to ensure correct placement of cars and rules compliance. I investigate and collect

information on potential hazards within my territory, organize events with local management to promote safety,

and conduct quarterly industry inspections.

2006-2008 Driver

Pro Tow Hoover AL.

Work standard shifts as well as on call for emergency situations, maintain paperwork on all impounds and

recoveries for police agencies. While in the office maintain lot inventory, prepare for monthly auctions and release

vehicles to their owners.

2005-2006 Store Manager

Bestway Rentals Pelham AL.

Manage credit department, making inside collection calls as well as house visits to recover company assets.

Report on NSF checks and maintain bankruptcy info on debtors, as well as run skip trace reports and perform

investigations to locate debtors. Supported Manager in store operations working with staff ensuring service

schedules, and sales goals were met. Directly hired, trained, and supervised a total of 8 different account

managers which were promoted to management at other stores.

2004-2005 Level 4 CAM

Aarons Sales and Lease Anniston AL.

As a CAM provide administrative support in sales and collections emphasizing on revenue growth. Map routes

for service and collection runs to maximize efficiency of time and fuel. Provide training and development for

employees, maintain updated files and ensure all staff members had the required training. Performed weekly

audits and prepared payroll documentation for HR.

2000-2004 Store Manager

Bestway Rentals Sylacauga AL.

Goals were to be established by comparing historical revenue trends with current growth potential in sales,

service plans, and corporate rentals. Revenue goals were achieved through constant follow up and making

progressive changes to our plan as we met our short term goals. Success was based on setting a goal,

developing a plan to achieve the goal, following up, and re-directing as necessary. Interviews were conducted on

a weekly basis to attain a pool of candidates to step in and be trained if any turnover occurred. Stores averaged

a staff of five employees plus me. All total three of the Assistant Managers that I trained and mentored moved on

to run their own stores.

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