TODD M. COMBS **** Valentine NE Grand Rapids, MI *9525
Phone 616-***-**** ◦ Email *****.****@*****.***
Aggressive, top performing, Sales Management Professional with solid experience in territorial development, contract procurement, project management, program development/implementation and public relations. Proven history of increasing sales and profit margins in existing accounts. Technical knowledge and experience with industrial cutting tools, automotive, and die mold products.
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
§ Developed and expanded multiple new territories in Michigan.
§ Built and established new accounts to increase territory to maximum potential.
§ Compiled research to create proposals and presentations for new client development.
§ Highly self-disciplined with ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimum supervision.
§ Creative problem solving skills and willingness to work with clients to meet their demands.
§ Capacity for developing a complete grasp of any marketplace in a rapid manner.
§ Proficient in Microsoft XP and Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Sales Agent
Lawson Products ◦ Grand Rapids, MI Current
Responsible for territorial development in MRO products to automotive,
fleet, medical, food processing and government (GSA) accounts.
Business Development Specialist
Barnes Group ◦ Grand Rapids, MI 2003-2008
Responsible for territorial development in MRO products to automotive,
fleet, medical, food processing and government (GSA) accounts.
Account Manager
CB DeKorne, Inc. ◦ Grand Rapids, MI. 2000-2002
Industrial cutting tools and related automotive and die mold products.
Sales Representative
RTS Industrial Supply ◦ Grand Rapids, MI. 1998-2000
Industrial automotive and die mold products.
Division Sales / Branch Manager
National Abrasives ◦ Grand Rapids, MI 1994-1998
Coated, bonded and super abrasive products.
Account Manager
Reliable Architectural Products ◦ Grand Rapids, MI 1989-1994
Architectural sales and development.
Sales Representative
J. Kaltz & Co ◦ Grand Rapids, MI 1987-1989
Woodworking and cabinet making industry.
Inside Sales / Assistant Manager
Grand Rapids Sash & Door ◦ Grand Rapids, MI. 1986-1987
EDUCATION
Davenport College of Business ◦ Bachelor of Arts: Business Management