GARWIN RICHMOND
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ROSCOE, IL 61073 ************@*****.***
Summary
Over twenty years of well-diversified and comprehensive experience in Sales, Customer Service, Merchandising, Sales
Promotions, Advertising, Pricing, Quality Assurance, Warehousing and Inventory Control. Account Manager
well-versed in acquiring and retaining top accounts. Areas of emphasis include territory development, operations
management. Skilled salesman with strong presentation, negotiation, communication and people skills. Able to handle
multiple teams and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Well respected by clients, peers & colleagues.
Proven supervision and leadership skills.
Highlights
Accomplished in relationship selling Goal-oriented
Proven sales track record Self-sufficient
Territory specialist Exceptional time management
Salesforce proficiency MS Office proficiency
Accomplishments
Led Illinois sales team with new product placement. Had the highest new account acquisition in Illinois. Created strategies
to develop and expand existing customer sales, which increased monthly sales. Established 16 new accounts in a single
year through successful client development.
Experience
Sales Manager, 06/2006 - 08/2015
Pipe and Piling Supplies - Seneca, IL
Structural steel and Bridge Construction Sales. Territory covering 7 states. Daily cold calls to top level executives
to increase client base. Used networking opportunities to create successful, on-going business
relationships. Coordinated distribution processes. Maximized operational effectiveness across territory.
Route Sales Representative, 06/2002 - 06/2006
Lamonica Beverages - Loves Park, IL
Sales and territory management in Northern Illinois of over 50 different beverages featuring the Anheuser-Busch
Corporation. Emphasized product features based on analysis of customer’s needs. Taught potential clients about
products through seminars and other special events. Developed productive relationships with key account
holders. Drove sales growth in my territory. Submitted monthly reports to senior management.
Skills
Account management, Business Development, Customer service, Customer Support, Multi-Task Management, Territory
Sales
References
REFERENCES UPON REQUEST.