Thomas Swindle
Murfreesboro
Summary
Sales executive with 35+ years of experience in semi-trailer and trucking equipment, including leadership roles with major U.S. trailer manufacturers. Deep expertise in heavy-haul applications, trailer specifications, dealer development, and corporate negotiations. Proven success in both manufacturer-side and dealer-side sales environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Purchasing / Sales
Fleet Equipment, LLC
Nashville
10.2017 - Current
- Managed procurement processes to support sales force operations.
- Provided advanced expertise on trailer specifications to enhance product offerings.
- Consulted on specialized equipment applications to optimize customer solutions.
Owner / President
Old Glory Trailers, LLC
Jackson
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Operated a semi-trailer sales and service dealership.
- Specialized in flatbed and heavy-haul lowboy trailers.
- Directed business functions in sales, operations, and customer support to drive cohesive performance and service excellence.
Branch Operations Manager
Pinnacle Truck & Trailer/ Peterbilt Trucks
West Memphis
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Facilitated truck and trailer sales transactions.
- Managed all aspects of daily operations .
- Supervised staff training and development for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Led transition process during sale of location to Peterbilt Trucks, ensuring seamless integration.
Vice President, Sales
Reitnouer, Inc.
Reading
04.2004 - 10.2013
- Led sales operations for the largest aluminum trailer manufacturer in the U.S.
- Negotiated contracts with major U.S. and Canadian trucking firms, strengthening partnerships and driving sales growth.
- Developed and managed dealer network across U.S. and Canada, enhancing distribution reach.
- Oversaw inside sales and production coordination while managing major trade show events to increase brand visibility.
- Trained sales teams in multiple regions.
Trailer Sales
TMI
West Memphis
08.2002 - 04.2004
- Sold trailers to trucking companies and independent owner-operators through direct outreach and relationship building.
District Sales Manager
XL Specialized Trailers
Manchester
03.2000 - 08.2002
- Represented a leading U.S. manufacturer of heavy-haul trailers.
- Specialized in heavy-haul applications and related regulatory requirements.
- Supported dealers and direct customers across seven southeastern states.
Trailer Sales
Trailer Marketing, Inc (dba TMI)
West Memphis
02.1997 - 03.2000
- Sales of semi trailers from various manufacturersufacturers to trucking companies and independent owner operators.
- Assisted customers in defining, selecting, and configuring technical features and specifications of commercial trailers to meet specific transportation needs, optimizing trailers for loads, cargo types, and operational environments.
- Completed credit applications and submitted to finance companies, facilitating secure financing for customers.
Education
Diploma -
Southaven High School
Southaven01.1977
Skills
- Heavy-haul trailer configurations
- Advanced trailer specification expertise
- Customer-tailored specification consulting
- Corporate-level negotiation
- Fleet management
- Sales leadership and dealer development
- Document preparation
- Document management
- Held a CDL as an owner operator for 6 years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Purchasing / Sales
Fleet Equipment, LLC
10.2017 - Current
Owner / President
Old Glory Trailers, LLC
03.2014 - 09.2017
Branch Operations Manager
Pinnacle Truck & Trailer/ Peterbilt Trucks
10.2013 - 03.2014
Vice President, Sales
Reitnouer, Inc.
04.2004 - 10.2013
Trailer Sales
TMI
08.2002 - 04.2004
District Sales Manager
XL Specialized Trailers
03.2000 - 08.2002
Trailer Sales
Trailer Marketing, Inc (dba TMI)
02.1997 - 03.2000
Diploma -
Southaven High School