Allison Bredell
Sales Representative
Summary
Energetic Sales Representative offering demonstrated success identifying prospects and converting leads into customers. Superior communication skills, understanding of client needs and sales closing rates. Recognized for creativity and resourcefulness in meeting and exceeding sales, revenue, and profit goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Modern Packaging
06.2021 - Current
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
- Attended trade shows to represent company products, generate leads, and network with potential clients.
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
- Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
Manager of Operations
Campcon
07.2017 - 04.2021
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Optimized inventory control procedures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory levels.
- Collaborated with other department heads to align organizational goals and maximize efficiency across all departments.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
- Created and executed strategic plans aimed at increasing profitability while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Assistant Manager
Vodacom Chats
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Henry Adendorff
05.2011 - 03.2013
- Increased productivity by prioritizing tasks and ensuring deadlines were met consistently.
- Reduced administrative workload for the owner through proficient handling of routine tasks, allowing them to focus on higher-level responsibilities.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Contributed to successful project execution by assisting with planning, implementation, and monitoring progress.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Organized and attended meetings and compiled related documents and reports.
- Promoted a positive company image by representing the owner with professionalism during interactions with clients and stakeholders.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Attended meetings, took notes and tracked action items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tuine High
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Skills
Customer Service
Sales Development
Customer Needs Assessment
Sales closing
Customer Relationship Building
Product and service knowledge
Interpersonal communication skills
Negotiation Tactics
Upselling and Cross Selling
Performance Tracking
Time Management
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Sales Representative
Modern Packaging
06.2021 - Current
Manager of Operations
Campcon
07.2017 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager
Vodacom Chats
04.2014 - 09.2017
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Henry Adendorff
05.2011 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Tuine High
04.2001 -
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