David S. Silverman
Amherst, New York 14228 716-***-****
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Profile
Sales professional and relationship manager with consistent track record for exceeding monthly transaction goals in highly competitive industries. Maintained top echelon ranking among company representatives, spanning 20+ year period. Readily established customer trust and rapport resulting in high rate of repeat and referral business. Effective sales trainer and mentor.
EXPERIENCE
Self Employed Amherst, NY 2018-present
Online Editor
Freelance Copy Editor/Proofreader. Edited articles, documents, blogs, manuscripts.
Moldenhauer & Associates Orchard Park, NY 2014-2018
Client Liaison
Writer/Editor for company website and social media with Financial Planning firm
Research and develop diverse topics to maintain client interest
Contact firm’s clients and cold call prospective clients to gain sales appointments for President of firm
Jos. A. Bank Clothiers Buffalo, NY 2008-2014
Sales Consultant
Sales of finer men’s apparel and Tuxedo Rentals
Responsible for measuring and fitting apparel
Mayflower Moving and Storage Buffalo, NY 2006-2008
Outside Sales Consultant
Surveyed and estimated local/interstate residential and commercial moves ranging from $2K-$20K in price
Conducted presentation, provided estimate, closed and processed transaction
Lia Honda Williamsville, NY 2001-2006
Sales Representative
Personal sales volume of 10-20 units per month
Consistently in top third in dealership sales
Don Davis Honda Amherst, NY 1997-2001
Sales Representative
Volume of 15-25 units per month; consistently in top 3 each month
Gained expertise in S-2000 sports car marketed it effectively
Northtown Automotive Companies Amherst, NY 1983-1997
Sales Consultant
Achieved number 2 ranking for volume out of 18 reps in 2nd year with company
Volume of 20-30 units per month
Maintained status as sales leader on a consistent basis
Implemented leasing program for local chapter members of American Medical Association
Trained new sales staff in proper sales and delivery technique
KUDO Radio Las Vegas, NV 1978-1983
Account Executive
Serviced established accounts and developed new business on local and national levels
Created advertising campaigns for a wide variety of clients in diverse sectors
Expanded sales to area hotel and resort market
EDUCATION
University of Buffalo BA English