BRYAN DAVIS

28 Rudwick Circle * Goose Creek, South Carolina 29445

843.696.3768 C. * 843.696.8716 H. * bd64728a@westpost.net
DIRECTOR OF SALES
Esteemed Sales Manager with extensive experience attaining sales goals and boost
ing profitability. Personable director, deploying proven business development ta
ctics to attract and retain clientele for long-term revenue growth; adept at pro
viding consultative sales approach. Innovative leader identifying and implementi
ng process improvements to bolster productivity, optimize spending and increase
sales. Hands-on supervisor motivating associates to implement corporate standard
s and deliver exceptional customer service. Strong background in the industrial
management arena. Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Core competencies include:
* Strategic Business Planning
* Business Development
* Cost Reduction & Avoidance
* Financial & Contract Negotiations
* Inventory Control
* Management Training Programs * Team Building & Leadership
* Account Management
* Lead Generation
* Budgeting & Cash Flow Optimization
* Process Improvements
* Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

INTERNATIONAL FACTORY SENIOR SALES & DEALER REPRESENTATIVE, 2006- Sept. 2009
GYRO-TRAC, INC., Summerville, South Carolina,
Cultivate client relationships to sell sustainable land-clearing equipment; mana
ge sales for region encompassing 25 states, 4 Canadian provinces and 2 continent
s. Track and monitor sales leads. Foster relationships with dealers; provide sal
es support to inside and outside dealer sales associates and customers. Formulat
e and deliver training programs for dealer employees. Organize inventory control
including product ordering. Devise sales projections. Compile annual budget. Fo
llow up to ensure customer satisfaction after sales are complete. Attend nationa
l trade shows to promote products. Operate and repair equipment.
Selected accomplishments:
* Acquired dealer contract including multiple product sales that generated $25 m
illion+ in 2007, securing largest direct sales in corporate history.
* Triggered sales for 150+ machines in 1.5-year span.
* Attained monthly direct sales and dealer sales objectives.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE SPECIALIST, 2003-2005
KRAFT FOODS, Spartanburg, South Carolina
Deployed business development principles to secure and maintain accounts; educat
ed clients on product specifications and helped customers determine and fulfill
individual needs. Spearheaded product ordering and invoicing for all accounts, i
nventory control and quality assurance initiatives.
Selected accomplishments:
* Bolstered sales by 1.5% in 2003. Region selected as the 2003 Customer-Based Ge
ographic Regional of the Year and an NCAA Region of the Year for Food Lion.
* Managed approximately 25 accounts simultaneously.
* Acquired Class B CDL license and operated equipment with no accidents or penal
ties.
GRIEGE MILL SUPERVISOR, 2000-2003
MANAGEMENT TRAINEE, 1999-2000
BEAM DYE LEAD PERSON, 1997-1999
DYE RANGE OPERATOR, 1995-1997
TIETEX INTERNATIONAL, LTD., Spartanburg, South Carolina
Scheduled work for manufacturing associates; assessed staff performance. Orchest
rated safety training and corporate education programming. Administered employee
payroll. Identified opportunities for cost savings. Developed and maintained Wo
rk Instruction Procedures (WIPs) for ISO 9000 certification; keep regulatory doc
umentation up to date and ensure compliance with OSHA.
Selected accomplishments:
* Served as Chairperson of Yield Analysis for Corrective Action Team.
* Promoted from Dye Range Operator to Shift Supervisor directing 80 employees in
five-year span.
SALES ASSOCIATE, 1994-1995
WILLIAM CLARKE LINCOLN, MERCURY & HYUNDAI, Charleston, South Carolina
Collaborated with management and associates to sell automobiles and ensure custo
mer satisfaction. Maintained and surpassed all sales quotas.
Selected accomplishments:
* Sold 10+ automobiles during most months of tenure.
* Named Sales Associate of the Month for 3 months consecutively.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Spartanburg, South Carolina

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY, Boone, South Carolina
Coursework in Physical Education
Extracurricular Activities:
Woodruff High School Athletic Hall of Fame
State Champion Wrestling: 1987,1988, 1989, 1990