Darwin Brown: in Laguna Niguel, CA
Darwin Brown
Laguna Niguel | United States
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Jacuzzi Group
Regional Sales Manager | 09/2012 - 10/2014
Work closely with business owners to effectively grow business, and increase foot traffic on the retail floor. Cultivate strong business relationships and partner with business owners to motivate retail staff, and maximize promotional marketing. Detailed analysis on weekly sales volume and development of promotional schedules. Region coverage includes southern California, Arizona, and southern Nevada.
Jacuzzi Group
Regional Sales Manager | 09/2012 - 10/2014
Work closely with business owners to effectively grow business, and increase foot traffic on the retail floor. Cultivate strong business relationships and partner with business owners to motivate retail staff, and maximize promotional marketing. Detailed analysis on weekly sales volume and development of promotional schedules. Region coverage includes southern California, Arizona, and southern Nevada.
ACR ELECTRONICS
Regional Sales Manager | 02/2009 - 02/2012
Designed and implemented successful sales strategies for management of key accounts, major distributors, dealers and high profile internet accounts. Supervised a team of three sales representatives covering the Pacific Northwest, Western Canada, and Alaska. Surpassed regional sales objectives by cultivating new accounts, and effectively leveraging existing accounts.
ACR ELECTRONICS
Regional Sales Manager | 02/2009 - 02/2012
Designed and implemented successful sales strategies for management of key accounts, major distributors, dealers and high profile internet accounts. Supervised a team of three sales representatives covering the Pacific Northwest, Western Canada, and Alaska. Surpassed regional sales objectives by cultivating new accounts, and effectively leveraging existing accounts.
Raymarine Electronics
Regional Sales Manager | 06/2004 - 12/2008
Developed new product launch initiatives, established strategic sales plans and instituted business relationship enhancement campaign. Directed sales management for major distributions, vital dealers and OEM boat builders. Actively promoted and demonstrated the company's products at major boat shows, accounts and dealer events. Sold existing products, brought new products to market, forecasted sales and improved business relationships.
Raymarine Electronics
Regional Sales Manager | 06/2004 - 12/2008
Developed new product launch initiatives, established strategic sales plans and instituted business relationship enhancement campaign. Directed sales management for major distributions, vital dealers and OEM boat builders. Actively promoted and demonstrated the company's products at major boat shows, accounts and dealer events. Sold existing products, brought new products to market, forecasted sales and improved business relationships.
Miele Appliances
Regional Sales Manager | 02/1999 - 06/2004
Secured new accounts, hired, trained, developed, and mentored, territory sales representatives. Built strong business relationships, managed dealer network, established the pricing structure, and facilitated the launch and demonstration of new products. Devised and sustained a strong dealer network and consistently achieved volume targets.
Miele Appliances
Regional Sales Manager | 02/1999 - 06/2004
Secured new accounts, hired, trained, developed, and mentored, territory sales representatives. Built strong business relationships, managed dealer network, established the pricing structure, and facilitated the launch and demonstration of new products. Devised and sustained a strong dealer network and consistently achieved volume targets.
Oreck
Business Development Manager | 03/1997 - 02/1999
Responsible for sales to commercial accounts, vacuum stores, and specialty retailers. Major focus on building Oreck Exclusive retail outlets by recruiting new prospects and converting established retailers. Designed promotional campaigns for radio, print and TV.
Master Lock Company
Key Account Manager | 05/1990 - 03/1997
Responsible for sales, total account management, and implementing all sales functions for western region accounts. Extensive involvement with executive management, new program launches, item selection, and mutual goal setting. Responsible for planning and running account trade-show programs, store resets, merchandising, and special event promotions and programs.
Account Responsibility: HomeBase, Builders Emporium, American Security Distribution, California Hardware, American Wholesale.
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Key Account Manager | 06/1981 - 05/1990
Total account responsibility for large hardware distributors and major key account direct retailers. Developed direct and feeder programs to chain accounts, handled all functions of account management; including co-op management, product selection, promotional planning, and product expansion. Coordinated and planned numerous trade-shows, sales meetings, and special events. Supervised entry level sales team