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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Jeremy Ross

Pineville

Summary

Professional with strong background in branch management. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency, driving growth, and fostering team collaboration. Known for adaptability to changing needs and effective problem-solving. Expertise in strategic planning, customer service, and financial oversight. Reliable leader focused on achieving results and empowering teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inside Sales Representative

United Rentals
02.2020 - Current
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
  • Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
  • Met or exceeded sales targets and quotas to contribute to overall sales goals and revenue of company.
  • Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
  • Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.
  • Exceeded monthly quotas consistently by employing persuasive sales techniques and leveraging in-depth product knowledge.
  • Nurtured long-term customer relationships through regular check-ins, keeping them informed of relevant updates and promotions.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing valuable guidance on best practices for successful inside sales tactics.
  • Attended meeting and sales events to learn latest developments and brainstorm new sales strategies.
  • Enhanced customer retention by offering tailored solutions to address unique needs and challenges, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Set up new accounts, established customer credit and set up payment methods.
  • Collaborated with outside sales representatives, marketing and other departments to generate leads and close sales.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Maintain a clean and presentable showroom, sufficiently
    stocked with merchandise that is properly priced.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
  • Delivered consistent sales growth by identifying opportunities for promotions and cross-selling products to customers.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.

Dispatcher

  • Manage delivery trucks by meeting customer expectations
    regarding on time delivery.
  • Mange Driver log books, as well as certifications.

Certified equipment Trainer

  • Train and evaluate customers/employees on aerial lifts and Forklift thru hands on training.
  • Ensure safety is the top priority when teaching.

Part Specialist

  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.
  • Received and restocked product, keeping sales floor shelves full and ready for customers' purchases.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by efficiently managing parts inventory and ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting and part selection, providing knowledgeable guidance to ensure proper fitment of components.
  • Operated fork truck to move heavy pallets and containers of parts between vehicles and storage locations.
  • Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage and resolve defective parts issues.
  • Increased store revenue by cross-selling products and upselling services to customers.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
  • Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.

Service Manager

Terminix Pest Control
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.

Foreman

Specialty Tower and Revamp Services
03.2016 - 03.2018
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
  • Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.

General Manager

Jiffy Lube Oil Change Center
02.2014 - 03.2016
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Boosted employee retention by developing comprehensive benefits package and fostering positive work environment.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Louisiana State University, Alexandria
Alexandria, LA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Product knowledge
  • Relationship development

  • Adept multi-tasker
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Customer relationship management
  • Email and phone etiquette
  • Organized and efficient
  • Driven

Accomplishments

23 separate commendations for helping team members

to providing great customer service above and beyond normal expectations.

Overhauling Parts department.

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR/AED certified
  • Certified Equipment operator-Scissor lift, Boom lift, Rough terrain Forklift, and Counterbalance forklift.

Interests

  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Strategy Games
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Wood working
  • Graphic Design
  • Crafting and DIY Projects

Timeline

Inside Sales Representative

United Rentals
02.2020 - Current

Service Manager

Terminix Pest Control
05.2018 - 02.2020

Foreman

Specialty Tower and Revamp Services
03.2016 - 03.2018

General Manager

Jiffy Lube Oil Change Center
02.2014 - 03.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Louisiana State University, Alexandria
Jeremy Ross