Thomas John Venturini
Pelham, NY 10803
*****************@*****.***
515-***-**** Cell
Professional Summary
I am a highly motivated sales representative with a marketing background, as well as a 14 year proven track record of achieving sales goals. I have a demonstrated history of building successful business relationships in the sales industry. I've consistently exceeded sales targets and quotas in a highly competitive sales industry. My drive for positive results and customer orientation allows me to strategically build long lasting client relationships. I am passionate about continuing to develop my sales industry relationships, while contributing to defined team goals.
Skills
14 Years Sales & Marketing Experience
Matrix model development and adherence
Strong Analytical, Written and Verbal Communication skills
Sales training for Exceeding Sales Targets In Competitive Field
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Visited and studied multiple Bourbon, Tequila, and Vodka distilleries
Professional Experience
Bambino International Groceries Inc. Pelham, New York 2017-Current
Royal Elite Vodka
Brand Ambassador New York, New York 2016- 2017
Southern Wine and Spirits of America Inc.
Key Account Manager Des Moines, IA 2013 Sep – 2016 Mar
Call on account list ranging from 140-164, with sales and merchandising objectives
Develop and maintain account relations with $3M+ accounts
Participate in sales meetings with suppliers and sales team
Consistently exceeded new distribution sales quotas by 25% quarterly
Analyze and determine priority selling, promotional and merchandising
Plan, implement, and maintain an efficient daily call pattern and route list
Prepare sales presentations for current supplier products and programs
Develop and execute sales programs and strategy
Familiarizes established accounts with new spirits and competitive placement
Attend scheduled functions for tastings, promotional events, and staff training
Know feature benefits of supplier programs compared to competition
Grey Goose Vodka and Gateway Computers Golf Tour
Event Coordinator Phoenix, AZ 2006 Mar – 2013 Sep
Plan and coordinate 20+ golf tournaments per year; set up, location, and event staffing
Create new sponsorships through marketing strategies
Oversaw the planning and logistics between players and tournaments
Work with event sponsors and set up point of sale at events
Ensured vendor negotiation, venue selection, and travel arrangements
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Rock Star Energy Drink
Sales Manager Des Moines, IA 2003 Feb – 2006 Sep
Meet with distributors in order to maintain daily operations
Product sampling, bar promotions, liquid to lips tastings
Sell and market the second leading energy drink in the U.S
Develop relationships with on premise and off premise accounts
Launched new business development initiatives into Midwest market
Implement strategic marketing plan with distributors
Report to VP of sales with monthly sales reports
Education
University of Iowa Iowa City, IA 2003
Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Journalism