Sales Manager Branch

Kyle B. Ewing

***** ***** *** *, ********, WA ***74

Cell: 360-***-****, *********@*******.***

Objective: To promote company growth and values by providing communications, management, administration, marketing, sales, and organizational skills acquired through educational preparation and work experiences while furthering my career goals.

Education: BA, Communications w/ Emphasis on Advertising; Minor in Marketing

Edward R. Murrow School of Communication, Washington State University, May 2008

Key Qualifications:

Exceptional planning, organizational, and critical thinking skills developed through education and employment experiences.

Effective communication skills; ability to present information to others in an energetic and efficient manner.

Substantial multi-tasking skills developed through fast-paced work environments and education.

Well versed in computers; certified in all Microsoft Office programs, Microsoft Publisher, and Photoshop.

Highly flexible and adaptable to new situations, opportunities, and developments.

Ability to effectively plan, organize, and implement responsibilities and policies.

Professional Experience:

Branch Manager/Branch Sales Manager, LaborWorks, Inc. (Tukwila, WA) May 2013 – Present

-Responsible for all operations of the Tukwila branch and reported to the Washington district manager as well as the corporate office. Oversee and evaluate internal staff every year to ensure that all of their responsibilities are being met. Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety rules within my branch, to other branch staff, customers, and temporary employees. Manage advances, oversee temporary employee payroll, customer invoicing, and office expenses. Maintain and exceed profit margin goals (27%+). Investigate and resolve customer/employee complaints. Follow up with customer for outstanding payments. Help analyze branch results to determine effectiveness of business processes consistent with company aim and philosophy. Participate in development and utilization of methods to promote business for the company. Make frequent sales calls in an attempt to build and maintain a strong customer base. Determine customer bill rates and review contracts for completeness. Make frequent visits to existing customers in order to monitor customer satisfaction and employee working conditions. Ensure satisfactory/safe working conditions for all temporary employees at customer jobsites and complete jobsite safety evaluations for all customers. Ensure distribution and collection of all Personal Protective Equipment. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and reports for district sales manager, CFO, and CEO. Make the necessary contacts to ensure maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment. Maintain the quality of company workforce. Maintain branch appearance and cleanliness. Maintain branch inventories of forms, payroll checks, office supplies, safety supplies, and equipment. Fully understand the duties of all internal positions. Perform high level financial calculations and demonstrate an excellent understanding of financial analysis, trends, statistics, and profitability. Demonstrate an ability to multi-task, stay calm, and provide excellent, efficient service in a loud, distracting, and demanding environment as well as the ability to think quickly in stressful situations and react to changing circumstances at a moment’s notice.

Account Executive, SHI International Corporation (Bellevue, WA) April 2012 – Dec 2012

-Managed corporate accounts while working with my customers to provide innovative solutions by leveraging technology. Worked with our customers to help them be prepared for IT challenges, plan for the future and introduce new innovative technology, allowing them to be more efficient. Whether it was software, hardware, or services; my role was to be "the resource" my customers depend on. Engaged SHI resources or collaborated with our partners to ensure customers' IT needs were met quickly.

Account Manager, Ricoh Americas Corporation (Tacoma, WA) Sept 2011- April 2012

-Coordinated with C-level executives and IT departments to facilitate and execute purchases of office equipment and professional office solutions. Worked to build meaningful and mutually beneficial business relationships with clients/prospects. Secured financing for clients and assisted in the installation and networking of office equipment and solutions. Managed current accounts effectively and efficiently while developing new clients/prospects.

Insurance Consultant, AFLAC (Lacey, WA) March 2011 – Aug 2011

-Worked with businesses to implement insurance programs. Managed accounts, facilitated enrollments, and processed paperwork and payments for clients in accordance with established procedures. Performed research and prospecting for coordinators. Conducted business meetings and presentations with business owners and HR departments.

Warehouse Order Selector, Harbor Wholesale Grocery Inc. (Lacey, WA) July 2008 - June 2011

-Facilitated the completion of clients’ orders via teamwork and coordination. Ensured effective communication between managers and team members. Managed department’s inventory and product flow. Provided motivation to team members to increase productivity and efficiency. Consistently satisfied weekly bonus requirements.

Real Estate Advertising Assistant, The Olympian (Internship - Olympia, WA) May 2007 - Aug 2007

-Provided any assistance needed for my sales representative. Scheduled ads, designed layouts, and answered phones. Assisted the online department by placing classified ads online for autos and homes. Handled all accounts for my sales representative in her absence.

Account Executive, The Daily Evergreen (Pullman, WA) June 2006 – September 2007

-Managed accounts, scheduled advertising, designed layouts, and conducted prospecting. Processed payments and established working relationships with my clients. Continually exceeded monthly sales quotas and sold the most inches of advertising in our Spring Recreation Guide.

Honors/Affiliations/Certifications:

Member of Phi Gamma Delta since 2004

President’s Honor Roll, multiple semesters

Member of Advertising Club

Led sales for the Spring Recreation Guide at The Daily Evergreen

Fast Start Award winner with AFLAC

SHI 2012 Sales Award, West – Over 100% Attainment

Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) from the American Staffing Association (ASA)

Recognized for the consistent growth and profitability year over year of the LaborWorks, Inc. Tukwila branch

Successfully and consistently managed and grew a revenue stream of +$4.5 million (LaborWorks, Inc.)

*References furnished upon request.

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