Rick A Wheeler
**** ******** ****. ****** ** K*B5E5 613-***-****
***********@*******.***
Sales Facilitator
You can give a person the training but not the attitude to succeed! A can
do and will do attitude describe the applicant. A need for tangible results
and innovative thinking have propelled this individual to record sales and
achievements.
Summary of Qualifications
< Speaks both official languages: English fluent and French at a
conversational level
< Strong computer skills
< High customer satisfaction levels, results driven, success oriented
< 25+ years of winning sales experience within a variety of industries
< Proven leadership qualities, team oriented, creative problem solver
< Strong interpersonal skills, motivator, manager, coach,
< Proficient with a variety of client management tools (CRM)
< Fork lift certified, WHMIS, Propane handling, First Aid/CPR, Fall
Protection
< Electrical, plumbing, drywall, carpentry and roofing experience
Guytel Telecom Services -
Present
SALES AND SERVICE FOR ALL YOUR TELECOM REQUIREMENTS. New and refurbished
phone systems, phone sets and headsets. Networking equipment and
installation. Technology upgrades. Services for new installations and
existing equipment. Purchasing, shipping and customer service. Sales and
sales prospecting and follow up.
Partsource Jan.
2014
Parts Pro - sales and sourcing of autoparts for retail and commercial
clients.
Circulation Clerk
2012 - 2013
OTTAWA SUN NEWSPAPER
< Sales of and Customer Service with new and discontinuing clientele.
Resolve quality issues on a "as
< required basis" to achieve customer satisfaction. Brought a
lighthearted and respectful attitude to the team.
Service adviser, parts desk
CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION 2011
< Cover both desks as required although I had graduated to the Service
Adviser Position as a result of product knowledge, computer strength
and strong customer relations skills within the parts department.
Housemen and Maintenance Worker
HOLIDAY INN AND SUITES 2010
< Monitoring and maintenance of all building systems
< Cleaning and general repairs in common areas, meeting rooms and guest
suites
Team Leader (Green Bin Project, contract)
City of Ottawa 2009 -
2010
< Supervisor of information, public awareness and education teams
Sales / Marketing
Sears Canada / Belanger RV / Lazboy Furniture Galleries 2005 -
2009
< Sales, Customer service, New customer development
< Development of marketing plans, Packaging
< Custom orders, Online order entry to suppliers
Account Manager, Sales
EMS Technologies 2005
B to B sales and services of satellite technology services
Rick A Wheeler
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Sales
Patterson Dental 2002 - 2003
< Sales and service to the local Dental Industry
Vice President, Sales, Manufacturers' Representative
Source Electronics 2001 -
2002 &
< Direct sales to the OEM electronics community
1986 - 1990
< Sales presentations; sales assistance to distribution networks
< Negotiation of contracts
< Sales and marketing of commercial and military components
Principal, Vice President, Sales and Engineering
Secure Trax Systems 2000 -
2001
< Management of sales and engineering strategy
< Engineering design review and letting of contracts
< Contract negotiations
Assistant Vice President
March Networks 1996 -
2000
< Supervised team of 100 engineers and project managers
< Project management, contracts, receivables for $5M in sales
< Recruiting and hiring
General Manager
Pricon Corporation 1993 -
1996
< Recruiter and team leader
< Consulting services, Outsourcing of engineering projects
< Sales and marketing
< New products introduction
Warehouse Manager
Transport Canada 1991 - 1992
< Shipping and receiving, Inventory control
< Enhanced security clearance
Supervisor
Mitel Corporation 1981 -
1986
< Managed and directed lab assembly staff
< Assembly and testing of R&D prototypes in telecommunications
Education / Training
HT HOSPITALITY TRAINING INC, Ottawa ON
Custodial Training Program graduate
< Training and practical experience cleaning large buildings,
institutions
< Included: WHMIS, Propane handling, First Aid/CPR, Fall Prevention
ALGONQUIN COLLEGE Ottawa ON
Personnel Management - Diploma
Electronic Technologist Program (completed 2 of 3 years)