Edward C. Potter
1415 W. Highway 54, Suite 103 ◊ Durham, NC 27707
◊ (919)354-5028
◊ edp@optimalresume.com
Academic Background
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Science: Retailing, 2005.
Bachelor of Science: Retailing, 2005.
Areas Of Expertise
Motivated and accomplished business professional with over 6 years of successful sales and management experience; attentive to detail, able to take initiative, prioritize multiple tasks and manage workload; Resourceful team player with can-do attitude. Creative and innovative, with an emphasis on using social media for marketing, personal branding, and building relationships.
Professional Experience
January 2010 - presentOptimal Resume Durham, NC
www.optimalresume.com
Regional Sales Manager
- Exceeded sales goals for Q1 2010
- Displayed strong closing skills to successfully gain over $7,000 in new business
- Proposed sales strategies and pricing framework to expand into different market segment
December 2007 - August 2009CDC News Cary, NC
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Senior Sales Representative
- Achieved highest percentage to sales goal in Mid-Atlantic territory for 2008
- Received two President's Club Awards given quarterly to the top sales rep in given territory
- Surpassed 2009 Q1 sales goals by over 6%
Sherwin Williams
www.sherwinwilliams.com
April 2006 - September 2007Assistant ManagerLansing, MI
- Engaged in a competitive sales initiative which increased transactional line totals by 10%
- Grew sales in 3 out of 5 market segments
- Optimized inventory levels to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction
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