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BRENDA BENOIT
adprmd@r.postjobfree.com C: 801-***-**** North Ogden, UT 84414
Territory Sales Representative driven to create new customers within a short amount of time. Motivated to generate and increase sales while delivering top-notch customer care. Territory Sales Rep offering more than 17 years in outside sales, sales operations and marketing. Successful in new account acquisition and growing existing accounts.
Enthusiastic with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with a successful team.
Strong interpersonal skills Dependable
Flexible Meetings
Outlook /CRM/Copier/Fax
Presentations
Positive outlook
People-oriented
Energetic and driven
Excellent work ethic
Excellent communication skills
Product and service information
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent communication
Contracts
Database
Outlook
Territory development
United Giftware
Utah Territory Manager
05/2016 - Current
Manage Sales in most of the State of Utah, from I-70 north. Built strong long-lasting relationships with customers. We have products in many categories such as Home Décor, Books, Clothing and Jewelry, Kitchen Essentials, Outdoor Rugs, Garden Décor and more!.
We work with Andrew McMeel, Trisha Waldron, Acomo, Home Essentials, Red Carpet, regal Arts, Root Candles, My Favorite Things, Savvy Travelers, Travelon Certified International, Jillian and Roberts, Dickson's, Josie B, PPD and more.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Utilized CRM to compile data gathered from various sources. Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
Summary
Skills
Experience
Junior Achievement Of Utah Inc.
Program Manager
01/2007 - 05/2016
Duration: 9 years 4 months.
Contacted new and existing Schools to discuss how their needs could be met through specific training and services. Contacted all the Schools and supplied them with the correct programs based on class needs.
Created strategic training events to expand the current programs in the schools.
Recorded accurate and efficient records in the BCRM database. Prospected and conducted face-to-face calls with bank executives and directors throughout assigned territory to recruit volunteers. Consulted with businesses to supply accurate program and volunteer needs for specific Schools in their area. Built relationships with Principals and Teachers to promote long term Program growth.
Managed a portfolio of 29 Schools in three districts. Managed a portfolio of 10,000 students within three districts. Monitored program performance, gathered data and drafted reports to inform senior management.
Managed programs from initial concept to completion. Improved processes by providing presentations to staff members and administration.
Facilitated partnerships with communities and funding sources to boost project awareness.
MUTUAL BEAUTY SUPPLY UT
Account Executive
09/2002 - 12/2006
Duration: 4 years, 3 months.
Developed, expanded and maintained the Northern Utah Territory.
Negotiated contracts, secured sales and acquired new business. Provided training presentations and support to exiting customers. Doubled the sales in 4 years.
Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings. Created strategic brand building events to expand the current product portfolio.
Negotiated contracts, closed agreements and supported sales team in new product launches.
Developed relationships with Salon and stylist and provided individualized customer service to maintain longevity of accounts. International Hair Design
Cosmetology License
BYU-Idaho
Associate of Arts
Education and Training