Douglas Petrus

Alexandria, LA ***** • 318-***-**** • ad0z21@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Reliable employee seeking a responsible position full time . Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Sales have been a lifelong career, Started at a young age at the family's store.While in college, Secured various sales skills through opportunities while living in a different state. Proficient in turf chemical, grass control, seeding lawns, pesticides, as well as vegetable plant sales. Very hands on and maintain excellent customer service at all times. Experienced a multitude of tasks through years of work. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Skills

Onsite Product Demonstrations

Sales Expertise

Prospecting Skills

Post-Sales Support

Product Merchandising and Distribution

Product and Service Knowledge

Inside and Outside Sales

Needs Understanding

Client Development and Retention

Outreach Initiatives

Work History

Sales Representative, 12/2021 to 01/2023

Bonnie Plants Farm – Alexandria, LA

Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery. Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements.

Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.

Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits. Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.

Increased Fall sales By 23%

Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance

Sales Manager, 11/2007 to 12/2021

Petrus Feed & Seed – Alexandria, LA

Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction. Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.

Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.

Supervised sales team of 5 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.

Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new retailers, warehouse clubs and natural food chains.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: General Studies, 05/2007

Louisiana State University At Alexandria - Alexandria, LA High School Diploma: 05/1998

Holy Savior Menard - Alexandria, LA

Referee both soccer and football

I have been a High School Soccer and Football referee for over 14 years. Refereeing is a passion which allows me to give back to the community and help both children and parents. Affiliations

Troop 6 Boy Scout Committee LA

Parishioner Olps Church ALexandria, LA