Sales Representative Associate
Resume:
Steven Bruce
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An Operation Manager with extensive experience driving business growth, capitalizing on new revenue opportunities, managing all aspects of daily business operation, and training employees. Accomplished sales professional, and a diverse career has cultivated expertise across many industries including: moving and logistics, trade show management, warehouse management, grocery, catering, restaurant, and construction supply.
Education:
Associates in Business, Wright Junior College - Chicago, IL, May 2003
Certification:
Certified Emergency Medical Technician, College of DuPage - Glen Ellyn, IL
Employment Experience:
RECEIVING SUPERVISOR Nov 2022 to June 2023
KSI AUTO PARTS
●Managed put-away/picking warehouse personnel – 14 people
●Received material and creating paperwork for staff put-away and company records
●Supervised multiple warehouse projects (warehouse expansion, re-racking, bin movements, various warehouse projects)
●Conducted audits on performance and proper warehouse techniques
●Performed interim management duties, in absence of warehouse manager
●$20.4 Million in sales
INVENTORY MANAGER Sep 2018 to Jul 2022
HOME CARPET ONE - Chicago, IL
●Managed crew of delivery drivers and warehouse staff – 7 people
●Managed daily operations for the shipping and receiving departments, as well as, inventory control
●Created, staged, and shipped out customer orders out of state, when necessary
●Received shipping containers, trained and managed staff, performed monthly vehicle maintenance
●$8.2 Million in sales
FLEET AND WAREHOUSE MANAGER Dec 2009 to Aug 2018
MOVE-TASTIC, INC - Chicago, IL
●Managed crew of delivery drivers and warehouse staff – 60-70 people
●Responsible for improving operational efficiency and workflow in the warehouse, while overseeing
daily operations and managing a large fleet of vehicles
●This position was tasked with developing and maintaining vendor relationships, tracking inventory, implementing storage solutions and purchasing supplies as needed
●As a manager took the initiative to develop training procedures and protocols for employees, and worked to coach individuals to improve operations and employee retention
●$10.5 Million in sales
REHAB CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANT Mar 2009 to Oct 2013
INDEPENDENT WORK - Chicago, IL
●Assistant to independent contractors for interior and exterior constructions projects, and home renovations.
●Specific skills include carpentry, siding, painting, electrical, plumbing, roofing and restoration.
SEASONAL SALES ASSOCIATE 2009 to 2012
PROFESSIONAL SALES AND SERVICE, INC - Chicago, IL
●PSSI provides a diverse group of manufacturers with comprehensive marketing services, including
●producing annual
●trade shows that aim to present new products and help to promote the various manufacturers'
●businesses. In this part- time role, staffed a number of trade shows held nationwide, helping to execute
●operations from start to finish. Tasked with providing direct support to manufacturers in order to develop
●and maintain positive long-term relationships with vendors, exhibitors and sponsors. At each trade show,
●handled all tasks as needed including set up and tear down of
●custom exhibits, direct sales, and after-event follow up. Maintained strong client relationships and consistently surpassed show sales expectations.
DISTRICT SALES REPRESENTATIVE Nov 2007 to Mar 2009
PERFORMANCE FOOD GROUP - Chicago, IL
●Developed and maintained client relationships by working directly with decision makers to present products
and cultivate orders.
●Worked to track industry trends in order to better market new products based on the customized
needs of each client.
Ensured order placement and on-time delivery of products, as well as invoicing and following up
on client payment.
●Took every opportunity to enhance sales opportunities and profitability within assigned territory, and was consistently recognized for exceeding company sales goals.
SALE REPRESENTATIVE Mar 2004 to Nov 2007
FRITO-LAY - Chicago, IL
●Worked directly with stores to provide new product marketing, seasonal promotions and customized
●Marketing strategies to assist individual stores on improving sales.
●Maintained long-term positive client relationships which allowed for individualized product placements, streamlined inventory, and custom product rotations.
●Achieved the highest sales record at an individual major grocery retail chain.
VOLUNTEER:
CHICAGO HOCKEY INITIATIVE - Chicago, IL - NPO DIRECTOR - May 2015 to Present
The Chicago Hockey Initiative supports and promotes the health of young athletes and offers educational initiatives and athletic opportunities through volunteerism, fundraising and event promotion.
As Director of the fast growing 501(c)(3) program, I am committed, and passionate about expanding the Initiative's reach and services provided. With fundraising, and the development of community partners, the Initiative is working to provide financial assistance to student athletes. Also, by expanding a network of participating indoor and outdoor ice rinks to allow hockey to be accessible to underprivileged kids.
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