John M Thompson
Lake Worth, FL 33460
***********@*****.*** *********@****.***
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position within sales, purchasing and/or logistics accounts management in which I can most effectively apply my present knowledge base while continuing to improve my techniques in order to grow along with my future employer.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• 20+ years of experience in day to day business operations and office management
• Superlative business communications and customer serv./accts. management skills
• Dedicated to excel and become a leader in sales production and volume
• Highly proficient in MS Office Suite, OE, AR, inventory control, internet and email
• 15+ years of procurement and logistics – import, export & domestic
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Sales Agent/Office Manager 2005 - 2012
Thompson Land 4 Sale – Boynton Beach, FL
• Implemented nationwide print & digital sales/marketing program for vacant land
• Managed all prospect inquiries; forwarded specs and closed customers
• Administered all business office functions and managed properties for sale
Part-Time Sales Associate 2004 - 2005
Universal Nissan - Orlando, FL
• Consulted and negotiated with potential customers
• Demonstrated vehicles for sale to customers
• Closed sales, completed associated paperwork and delivered vehicles to customers
East Coast Produce Buyer/Broker 2003 - 2004
Produce Alliance LLC - Atlanta, GA
• Inside B2B sales accounts management, procurement & logistics of fresh produce
• Obtained orders; purchased products geographically and arranged for timely delivery
• Actively involved in OE, AR, office organization, data management & distribution
Inside B2B Sales Account Manager 2000 - 2003
Independent Sourcing Inc. – Deerfield Beach, FL
• Sales, procurement, tech. research & logistics of board level, electronic components
• Obtained client RFQs; purchased products, negotiated sales & arranged for delivery
• Components sold to clients worldwide; generated over $300,000 in profit for 00-01
Broker/Sales Agent/Manager 1987 - 2000
Thompson Sales Co., Inc. dba Thompson Wholesale, A-One-A Farms, Farm Fresh Market
• Sales, procurement, inspection & logistics of perishable agricultural commodities
• Managed sales office, warehouse facilities and contract grower accounting
• Represented company at conventions and in grower negotiations
• Detailed knowledge of full line fresh produce – domestic & seasonal imports
EDUCATION:
University of Florida, College of Agriculture – Gainesville, FL 1991
Agricultural Operations Management
Palm Beach State College – Lake Worth, FL 1988 – 1990
AA, Liberal Arts & Sciences
University of Florida – Gainesville, FL 1983 – 1986
Business Administration/General Requirements
LICENSES:
State of Florida Insurance Sales License 1999
State of Florida Real Estate Sales License 1987
REFERENCES: Available Upon Request