John Shepherd
(303)503-0914 42 N New Castle Ct Aurora, CO 80018
Summary
Exceptional Outside Sales Representative who consistently achieves annual sales objectives and increases the overall customer base. Effectively grows brand awareness through increased market penetration and new market development.
Skills
John Shepherd
(303)503-0914 42 N New Castle Ct Aurora, CO 80018
- Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona territory specialist
- Detail-oriented/Exceptional time management
- Adept at closing sales
- Trained in business development
- Brand awareness development
- Accomplished in relationship selling
- Friendly and cheerful
- Goal-oriented
- MS Office proficiency
- Proven sales track record
John Shepherd
(303)503-0914 42 N New Castle Ct Aurora, CO 80018
Experience
Rod Patrick Bootmakers/ Miller Int. Territory Sales Manager 11/2013 to 05/2017
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.Emphasized product features based on analysis of customers' needs.Attended trade shows and sales conferences.Collaborated with colleagues to exchange selling strategies and marketing information.Taught potential clients about products through seminars and other special events.Responded to all customer inquiries in a timely manner.Planned and organized routes within territory to maximize efficiency and time in the field.Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, which resulted in anincrease in monthly sales.Filled out expense reports for accounting.
WranglerAssistant Store Manager 08/2009 to 09/2012
Performed all aspects of retail management including purchasing. Handled hiring of employees, sales contests, and merchandising. Completed documentation for product and service sales.Generated high volume of referrals.Established new customer accounts.Informed management of special sales and service issues.Evaluated competitors and performed market research.
Roper Apparel Special Projects/Event Manager/ ASI Nat’l Sales Mgr. 04/2003 to 03/2009
Coordinated all aspects of nationwide promotional events. Worked with vendors in setting up booths for trade shows. Scheduled and managed support staff. Organized travel and lodging as well as ordering products. Organized and implemented custom apparel program for local restaurants, bars and auto dealerships. Developed training guidelines. Worked with large corporate accounts to design custom products and apparel.
Education and Training
University of Northern ColoradoBusiness Management
Emphasis in Sales, Marketing, and Business Management.Coursework included Sales Management, Advertising and Marketing Technology.
Western State Colorado UniversityBusiness
Emphasis in Sales, Marketing, and Business Management.Coursework in Management and Business Administration.
References available upon request.