Brad Marley
Smyrna
Summary
Driven Sales Executive known for achieving high productivity and accomplishing 200% above sales goals 4 years in a row. Possess specialized skills in client relationship management, strategic planning, and market analysis. Excel in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving to successfully close deals and foster long-term partnerships.
Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner
In a Pickle Sports Cards
Smyrna
01.2022 - Current
- Managed inventory and organized sports card collections for efficient display.
- Established customer relationships through personalized service and product recommendations.
- Coordinated sales events to promote new arrivals and engage with the community.
- Developed marketing strategies using social media to attract new customers.
- Oversaw financial transactions to ensure accurate cash handling procedures.
- Researched market trends to adjust pricing and enhance product offerings.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
Sales Executive
Wex
Nashville
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Sourced new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
- Cultivated relationships with existing customers to encourage repeat business.
- Negotiated contracts with clients on behalf of the company.
- Monitored feedback from customers regarding product quality and suggested improvements accordingly.
- Utilized CRM software to track leads and manage accounts throughout sales cycle.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Built strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increased overall sales and opportunities.
Education
Grimsley High School
Greensboro, NCSome College (No Degree) - English
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NCSkills
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Sales forecasting
- Financial oversight
- Business management
- CRM software utilization
- Market analysis
- Sales and market development
- Performance metrics
- Exceeds sales goals
- Proficient in Salesforce and OneNote
- Sales performance analysis
- Telephone etiquette
- Communication skills
- Sales strategies
- Negotiation tactics
- Time management
- Multitasking capacity
Accomplishments
- Apex Sales Award 2016
- Apex Sales Award 2017
- Apex Sales Award 2018
- Apex Sales Award 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner
In a Pickle Sports Cards
01.2022 - Current
Sales Executive
Wex
01.2012 - 01.2022
Grimsley High School
Some College (No Degree) - English
Guilford Technical Community College