T. J. Schumacher

About T. J. Schumacher

20 years in F&B sales and business owner. Business Development, Business Management and…

Experience

1. Sales Consultant

   Sysco

   Jul 2016 — Present · MI, US

   Award Winning Sales Consultant• Directing the sales and business development functions, including key account management, customer relationship development, contract negotiations and order fulfillment. Collaboration with management and operations to implement strategies that support profitable sales growth• Developed and implemented the customer sales strategies necessary for efficient sales• Maintained contact with clients through calls and emails to ensure customer satisfaction and obtain feedback• Developed and maintained the cordial working relationship with customers to boost sales and increased clientele• Cultivate relationships with new customers to achieve sales objectives and provide insight into new products, features and options• Ensured superior customer experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems on the spot• Surpassed sales revenue budget and demonstrated year over year profit margin growth throughout tenure• Monitored competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules and merchandising techniques

Education

• Central Michigan University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Skills

• Marketing
• Sales
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Inventory Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Event Management
• Sales Management
• Retail
• Time Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Budgets
• Food
• Business Development
• Marketing Strategy
• Recruiting
• Negotiation
• Advertising
• Business Strategy
• Start-Ups
• Leadership
• Training
• New Business Development