D
Barbara
DeAgostine
barbara@pro-
formancesales.com
Scottsdale, AZ
85255
SUMMARY
Talented Outside Sales Representative multitasks and balances customer needs with company demands while working at both distributor and end-user levels. Successful at building loyalty and long-term relationships while consistently reaching sales targets. Demonstrated experience delivering superior customer service and attention to detail while uncovering customer needs, finding solutions and handling objections. Represents company at trade shows, industry events and other networking opportunities. Identifies leads, manages prospects and acquires new business while servicing existing clients. Supporting high-performance sales teams in identifying customer needs and delivering solutions.
SKILLS
Focus and Follow-Through
Records Organization and
Management
Decision Making
Customer Service Management
Problem Anticipation and
Resolution
Originality and Creativity
EXPERIENCE
Owner
Scottsdale, AZ
Pro-Formance Sales/Independent Broker/ Oct 1991 to Current Generated sales by prospecting, negotiating contracts and closing. Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements. Utilized upselling techniques to maximize revenue. Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
Attended trade shows, conferences and seminars to promote products and network with industry members.
Followed up with customer to identify and resolve service, account or technical issues and maintain satisfaction.
Administrative Assistant to VP Sales & Mkt.
Danbury, CT
Himolene Inc./ Jun 1987 to Sep 1990
Prepared presentations and communications materials for senior leadership team.
Supported sales leaders in scheduling customer meetings, booking travel and securing hotel accommodations.
Collaborated with management on marketing strategies to increase sales and gross profit.
Collaborated with internal partners to supply sales team with product knowledge, marketing collateral and competitive intelligence to enable achievement of sales goals.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
High School Diploma
Upper Moreland High School Jun 1977
Willow Grove, PA
REFERENCES
Provided upon request.