William Grimes
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Summary
Skilled Account Manager focused on maximizing sales by managing all accounts systematically and logically. Dedicated professional with a belief that consistency and dedication to build the most successful business partnerships.
Education
B.S. Degree in Business Economics
Oneonta State University, Oneonta, NY
2000-2002
B.A. Degree in Business Administration
Sullivan County Community College, Loc Sheldrake, NY
1998-2000
Career History
Inside Sales Manager, Vanguard Logistics Services, Carteret, NJ
Manage a team of sales specialists that contact partners through phone calls, and email to communicate opportunities to extend initiatives with the company.
Collaborate with marketing, support, regional management, and account management to facilitate new programs, and campaigns.
Oversee resource planning, reporting, incentives, and communications for the assigned team.
Facilitate sales training and product training, to ensure program’s success.
2014-Present
Account Manager, Vanguard Logistics Services, Carteret, NJ
Write and present business proposals to established and prospective clients
Maintained constant contact with key clients to develop service offerings and answer needs.
Assess and research market competition in order develops effective tactical marketing plans to drive client revenue growth.
Expertise in negotiation with top management and key decision makers.
Self motivated to achieve optimal account performance, execute complex projects, maintain peak customer service, and meet aggressive growth objectives.
2005-2014
Certification / Customs Coordinator, RPM Warehouse, Bayonne, NJ
Coordinated shipments of commodities from initial import to disbursement.
Maintained extensive interaction with company’s customer base through the entire process of import and export planning.
Communicated daily with N.Y. Board of Trade to ensure imports met Federal quality requirements.
2002-2005
References: Available upon request.