Dawn Archie-Johansen
Email: adpep4@r.postjobfree.com 480-***-****
Dear Hiring Executive:
Please accept this letter and the enclosed resume in application for all relevant positions that match my professional credentials.
My professional experience includes both inside/outside sales generation and personnel management, strategic project management, product line management, product positioning & branding, new product development, distribution relations, multiple store management, internal employee & third party staff training, etc. Additional qualities that would provide a benefit to your organization include:
●Excellent communication, resource planning and organizational skills that allow me to work independently and as a team member.
●Dedicated self-starter with the ability to identify, assess and resolve problems quickly and effectively.
●Consistently set challenging goals for self and staff with leadership skills to allow and encourage success.
●Continually strive to meet and exceed production and sales goals through proper planning, coordination and implementation strategies.
●Active community involvement, maintaining positive ambassadorship for company.
I am motivated by challenge and growth. This, combined with my skills and experience, will enable me to be an exceptional employee and provide the leadership and management necessary for the continued success of your company.
Sincerely,
Dawn Archie-Johansen
Dawn Archie-Johansen Email: adpep4@r.postjobfree.com 480-***-****
SALES, MARKETING & MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
Over 20 years of Successful Experience
Strengths:
Successful Inside & Outside Sales / New Business Development / Project Management / Product Line Management / Product Positioning & Branding / Competitive Market Intelligence / Budget and P & L Management / Distributor Relations / Excellent Presentation Skills / Communications / Internet Technology & Software / Negotiations / Consultative Skills / Team Management / Staff Training /Self Starter /Self Motivated /Take Charge / Self Motivated /Work Independently / Exceptional Customer Service Organized / Detail Oriented / Multi-Tasker /Dependable
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
American Games, Inc./Pollard Banknote Ltd. Tempe, AZ 10/2010 –09/2020
Site Manager/Sales/Customer Service
●Planned and executed a statewide sales and marketing plan for new Instant Pull Tabs
And vending machines.
●Setup system, method and procedures for a new facility.
●Recruitment of Charitable Retailers, bars and restaurants.
●Created sales and marketing materials.
●Placed and processed orders for Instant Pull Tabs & Vending machines.
●Processed lease contracts for vending machines for retailers and AZ Lottery.
●Managed office and warehouse personal.
●Shipping and receiving.
●Managed the vending machine repair and install program.
●Worked closely with AZ Lottery on design, prize structure and quantities for new Instant
Pull Tabs.
●Planned and presented program off sight to all retailers.
●Implemented and attended tradeshows.
●Representative for ALBA (AZ Licensed Beverage Association).
TriMedica International Inc. Tempe, AZ 2008-2010
Inside Sales Representative/Key Account Manager
●Managed daily activities that focused on sales generation within specific
target markets and regional territories.
●Maintained call schedule.
●Achieved sales quotas monthly and consecutive monthly goals.
●Coordinated new product releases.
●Directed ad placement.
●Attended tradeshows.
●Organized sampling for new and existing products.
●Participated in direct sales to physicians, pharmacies health food/grocery
stores and consumer channels.
●Serviced wholesale distribution networks and chain accounts.
●Implemented strategic planning of corporate functions to include tradeshows
and training sessions.
●Recognized as “Employee of The Month” 2 times.
EDUCATION & SKILLS
●Niagara Falls High School Graduate
●Niagara University, Niagara Falls, New York – Business Management
●Computer Software Proficiency: Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, WordPerfect, PowerPoint, E-Mail, Claris Works, PageMaker, Word, ACT, Goldmine, Excell, TOPS, Teams, Closley, Slack, Outlook, microsoft
REFERENCES
Jenny Thompson, Sales Manager, American Games 402-***-****
Craig Knobloch, Sales Manager, TriMedica International 623-***-****
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
L’Bel Paris: Area Sales Manager International Cosmetics Company
Reno News & Review: Executive Account Manager
Charter Media: Marketing/Promotions Administrator
Cumulus Broadcasting: Special Events Coordinator
Nafziger Ice Cream Company: Sales Rep., Advertising Mgr., Customer Service Mgr., Events Coordinator