Josh Bassler
Lebanon
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with proven track record in driving revenue growth and building lasting client relationships. Adept at identifying customer needs, presenting tailored solutions, and closing sales efficiently. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing market conditions, and consistently focused on delivering measurable results. Skilled in strategic communication, negotiation, and market analysis.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Equipment Finders Inc
10.2017 - 03.2025
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with existing customers to maintain satisfaction levels and identify upsell opportunities.
Load Planner
Heartland Express
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Plan freight on tractors to ensure on time service
- Track freight and tractors to make sure loads are tracking on time.
- Solicit customers for freight
- Communicate amongst customer service reps to make sure all freight is covered/scheduled
- Provide great customer service to customers requesting any information regarding our division
Driver Manager
Heartland Express
12.2014 - 04.2016
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing regular updates on delivery status.
- Maintained accurate records of driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and fuel costs for thorough fleet management.
- Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
- Enhanced driver performance by implementing effective training programs and coaching sessions.
- Communicate to drivers all information to meet customer/company requirements
- Track drivers and tractors to maximize utilization
- Manage driver retention
- Facilitate driver compliance with D.O.T. regulations
Recruiter
Heartland Express
05.2014 - 12.2014
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Creates and post advertisements to market open positions
- Develops a strong network of both active and passive qualified candidates
- Screens applicants' qualifications and work history against position qualifications
- Demonstrates strong follow-up on leads to produce weekly hires
- Timely fill open opportunities through outstanding follow-up and closing techniques
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Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN12-2013
Skills
- Relationship building
- Motivated team player
- Problem-solving
- Customer Service-oriented
- Sales closing
- Sales presentations
- Phone and email etiquette
- Sales management
- Territory management
- B2B sales
- Computer skills
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Equipment Finders Inc
10.2017 - 03.2025
Load Planner
Heartland Express
04.2016 - 10.2017
Driver Manager
Heartland Express
12.2014 - 04.2016
Recruiter
Heartland Express
05.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Tennessee Technological University
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