Patrick Carroll
Chatham,VA
Summary
Dynamic Sales Manager with a proven track record at Bedford Cooperative and previous entities, excelling in relationship building and strategic sales planning. Prioritized customer retention through effective partnership development, driving market share growth. Skilled in analyzing market trends and delivering exceptional customer service. Known for reliability and professionalism, leading to increased satisfaction, growth and loyalty.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Sales Manager
Bedford Cooperative
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with various vendors to align sales objectives with overall business goals.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer retention and satisfaction.
- Expanded market share through effective prospecting, lead generation, and negotiation skills.
- Managed a territory comprised of over 10 counties in Virginia and North Carolina.
Store Manager
Piedmont Farmers Coop/Southern States Coop
07.2018 - 12.2024
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service and engagement.
- Developed sales strategies that improved overall store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Received approximately 30 incoming calls and emails per day from customers.
Farm Manager
Grandview Holsteins
01.2009 - 06.2018
- Oversaw daily farm operations, ensuring optimal herd health and productivity, seven days per week.
- Implemented best practices for dairy production, enhancing milk quality and yield.
- Analyzed financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities to improve profitability.
- Fed and milked over 250 lactating animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs on a daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dairy Enterprise Management
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2013
High School Diploma -
Chatham High School
Chatham, VA05-2008
Skills
- Relationship building
- Networking events
- Lead identification
- Key account growth
- Partnership development
- Leads prospecting
- New account development
- Time management
- Customer service
- Direct sales
Timeline
Area Sales Manager
Bedford Cooperative
01.2025 - Current
Store Manager
Piedmont Farmers Coop/Southern States Coop
07.2018 - 12.2024
Farm Manager
Grandview Holsteins
01.2009 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Dairy Enterprise Management
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Chatham High School