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Sam Sales 1234 77 th St. S, Somewhere, MN 55016 (715) 555-9876, samsales2500@gmail.com

Summary of Qualifications Ø Consistently meets or exceeds monthly sales goals with 50% closing rate Ø Excellent verbal communication skills used to acquire new and retain existing customers Ø Skilled in relationship building through networking, referrals and cold calling Ø Excel in high pressure situations, goal oriented and driven to succeed

Sales and Communication Skills ! Utilize consultative selling techniques to provide solutions and ensure customers’ needs are being met ! Responsible for sales cycle from issued leads to close in geographic territory of MN/WI ! Use clear, accurate and professional communication to inform and update customers ! Showcase strong company knowledge through product demonstrations ! Noted for top closer in first year of employment for premier company product Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills ! Participate in weekly sales team meetings for ongoing training and industry updates ! Collaborate with third parties (contractors, insurance professionals) to coordinate projects ! Exhibit highest degree of professionalism while representing employer with customers, at events and promotions ! Consistently receive excellent ratings and reviews from satisfied customers Information and Organizational Skills ! Complete timely and accurate documentation utilizing industry specific software, including Microsoft Office, Outlook and Salesforce ! Prepare bids and contracts, create change orders, manage work schedule and appointments in Salesforce ! Gain information on competitors’ products and services used to influence customer decision making ! Manage time through prioritization yet able to be flexible and adapt with change

Work History

June 20 22 -present April 20 20 -June 20 22 March 201 8 -April 20 20

Sales Representative, A-1 Construction, Baldwin, WI Case Manager, Thomas Allen Inc., Blaine, MN Family Support Specialist II, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI Degree: Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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