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Robert Edwards

New Orleans

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at IPEX USA, specializing in strategic sales direction and growth-oriented business development. Expert in relationship selling and team mentoring, consistently exceeding sales targets through innovative strategies and strong client relationships. Committed to driving revenue growth and fostering high-performing sales teams.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Sales Manager

IPEX USA
10.2018 - Current
  • Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
  • Increased regional sales by implementing strategic marketing plans and nurturing key client relationships.
  • Developed a successful sales team through rigorous coaching, performance management, and ongoing training.

Regional Sales Manager

Hayward Flow Control
09.2014 - 10.2018
  • Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.

District Sales Manager

Bioguard/Kik Custom Products
02.2010 - 09.2014
  • Collaborated closely with other district managers to share best practices, learnings, and drive overall success of the organization.
  • Improved team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies for the district.
  • Exceeded annual sales targets through strategic planning, territory optimization, and customer relationship building.

District Manager - Pro Business

Home Depot
01.2007 - 10.2010
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
  • Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.

Owner

The Bomar Group
01.2001 - 12.2006
  • Managed day-to-day business operations in this multi-state rep agency.

Director of Sales

Diversified Recreation, Inc
01.1990 - 12.2001
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic plans and setting performance goals for the sales team.

Territory Manager

Diversified Recreation, Inc
05.1984 - 01.1990

Education

BGS - Sociology/Urban Planning/Entrepreneurship

University of New Orleans
New Orleans
12-2005

Skills

  • Strategic sales direction
  • Long-term strategic planning
  • Growth-oriented business development
  • Business development
  • Relationship selling
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager

IPEX USA
10.2018 - Current

Regional Sales Manager

Hayward Flow Control
09.2014 - 10.2018

District Sales Manager

Bioguard/Kik Custom Products
02.2010 - 09.2014

District Manager - Pro Business

Home Depot
01.2007 - 10.2010

Owner

The Bomar Group
01.2001 - 12.2006

Director of Sales

Diversified Recreation, Inc
01.1990 - 12.2001

Territory Manager

Diversified Recreation, Inc
05.1984 - 01.1990

BGS - Sociology/Urban Planning/Entrepreneurship

University of New Orleans
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