Jeanine Trusty

About Jeanine Trusty

Experienced Sales Representative in the kitchen and bath, remodeling and Interior Design industry. Strong attention-to-detail, high-energy, with 15+ years promotional marketing and wholesale B2B sales experience. Bachelor of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Interior Design from San Diego State University.

Experience

1. Senior Sales Executive

   Kohler Co.

   Feb 2015 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Sr. Sales Executive (San Diego, CA)- Account representative for #1 kitchen & bath brand- Completed Kohler’s prestigious Top Gun academy- Ranked #2 in the class. This is a nominated leadership course spanning 2 years in dedicated time- Sales Advisory Council: ‘22-‘23Specific Responsibilities:• Establish and maintain regular contact with showroom accounts to introduce and promote the sale of Kohler plumbing products in accordance with company goals and policies. Set a standard for Kohler Showrooms to be best in class with the most current displays.• Participate in industry organizations (ASID, NKBA and NARI) to expand network and leads.• Manage key Kohler programs for sales growth – Promotional Funds (co-op), Showroom rewards incentive programs, Immersion training trips, and Half Yearly Updates.• Utilize Sales Force for CRM management.• Educate secondary customers offering CEU’s and Lunch and Learn presentations• Consultative sales and training • Establish and maintain regular contact with custom home builders, architects, remodelers and interior designers • Analyze and evaluate accounts regarding sales trends and potentials, competition, economic/business conditions, and performance; recommend changes in sales programs and customers to make territory more effective in meeting sales volume quotas.• Develop annual Distributor Account Plans to determine marketing, sales training, showroom, promotional and advertising plans for following year. Work in conjunction with Kohler sales team consisting of other Sales Execs, Branch Managers and Business Development Managers. Also work closely with sales, marketing, and customer service departments in Kohler.• Conduct on-site product inspections ensuring product quality, installation, or performance.• Attend and participate in Company sales meetings and trade or industry meetings, shows and conventions

Education

• San Diego State University

  Bachelor of Arts Degree, Interior Design, Applied Arts and Sciences

  2006 — 2010