Eric Puryear

About Eric Puryear

Driving Sales Excellence | Unifying Teams | Elevating Customer & Employee ExperienceIn the fast-paced world of wireless retail, success isn’t just about selling—it’s about leading, strategizing, and inspiring teams to exceed expectations. As a Retail Area Sales Manager, I don’t just manage stores—I build high-performing teams, drive results, and create cultures where employees thrive and customers stay engaged. Proven Leadership, Tangible ImpactWith a track record of exceeding sales targets and operational goals, I lead a multi-location sales team that consistently delivers triple-digit performance. Some key achievements include: 117% to goal in key business metrics, ensuring sustained revenue growth. Recipient of the Leadership Excellence Circle Award, recognized for team unification and top-tier sales performance. Developed high-impact sales and coaching strategies that increased customer acquisition and retention. Strengthened leadership pipelines through mentoring and succession planning, ensuring long-term success. Leadership Style: Empowering People, Driving ChangeRooted in servant leadership, I believe that a team’s success is built on trust, collaboration, and development. My CliftonStrengths fuel my approach: Achiever – I set high standards and push for continuous improvement. Learner – I embrace change, innovation, and new market strategies.🤝 Relator – I build meaningful connections that drive engagement and loyalty. Responsibility – I own challenges and execute with integrity. Arranger – I maximize resources and adapt strategies for peak efficiency. Passion & PurposeI’m passionate about creating winning cultures, developing future leaders, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. I thrive in fast-moving, competitive environments where innovation and strategic thinking turn challenges into opportunities. Let’s Connect & Collaborate!I’m always open to sharing insights, discussing leadership strategies, and networking with like-minded professionals. If you’re passionate about driving sales, empowering teams, and leading through change, let’s connect! Message me to discuss sales leadership, talent development, or new opportunities in the wireless industry.

Experience

1. Retail Area Sales Manager

   T-Mobile

   Jul 2025 — Present · NE, US

Education

• The University of Arizona Global Campus

  Master’s of Organizational Management, Organizational Management

• Penn Foster Group

  Associate's degree, Business Management

  2015

• The University of Arizona Global Campus

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Organizational Management

Skills

• Sales Management
• Sales Process
• Account Management
• Negotiation
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Smartphones
• Mobile Communications
• Management
• Team Building
• Wireless
• Training
• Customer Satisfaction
• Cold Calling
• Telecommunications
• Cdma
• Servant Leadership
• Wireless Technologies
• Mobile Technology
• Sales
• Lte
• Direct Sales
• Cellular Communications
• Mobile Devices
• Carriers
• 4g
• Leadership
• Solution Selling
• Customer Experience
• Selling
• Retail
• B2b
• B2b Sales
• M2m
• Facilitation
• Sales Operations
• Customer Retention
• Store Operations
• Customer Service
• Business Development
• Indirect Channel Sales