James Baker
Concord
Summary
Dynamic Electrical Sales Representative with a proven track record at Foster Electric, excelling in client acquisition and negotiation. Recognized for boosting revenue through strategic cold calling and exceptional customer service. Adept at electrical systems and fostering teamwork, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business. Reliable and self-motivated, consistently exceeding sales targets.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Sales Representative
Foster Electric
01.2012 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate electrical products based on needs and specifications.
- Learned product features and benefits to effectively communicate with clients.
- Supported sales team by preparing product demonstrations and presentations.
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries and provide technical support.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and assisted in stock management.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service experience.
- Boosted revenue by identifying potential leads and conducting effective cold calls to generate new business opportunities.
- Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions, webinars, and manufacturer seminars regularly.
- Mentored new Sales Representatives, providing guidance on effective selling techniques and strategies for success in the role.
- Provided exceptional after-sales support, ensuring repeat business from satisfied customers.
- Negotiated contracts skillfully, resulting in mutually beneficial agreements for both company and clients.
- Exceeded sales targets through diligent follow-up on leads and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Printing Press Operator
Mid Atlantic Printers
04.2010 - 01.2012
- Operated and maintained various printing press equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored production quality, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency in operations.
- Trained new operators on machinery use and safety protocols to uphold workplace standards.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, minimizing downtime through effective problem-solving strategies.
- Managed inventory of ink and materials, ensuring availability for uninterrupted production runs.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, promoting longevity and reliability of presses.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities, quickly identifying and resolving issues that arose during production runs.
- Improved color consistency across print runs by conducting thorough quality control checks.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Reduced waste materials by optimizing job layouts and closely monitoring press performance.
- Inspected machines and performed repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High
Appomattox, VA05-2007
Skills
- Industry trends awareness
- Sales strategy development
- Electrical systems
- Client acquisition
- Territory management
- Negotiation
- Project estimation
- Electrical product assembly
- Customer service
- Friendly and helpful
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Self motivation
Timeline
Electrical Sales Representative
Foster Electric
01.2012 - Current
Printing Press Operator
Mid Atlantic Printers
04.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High