Chris Talkington
Nunn
Summary
Dynamic Area Sales Manager with a proven track record at Bonnie Plant Farm, excelling in sales team leadership and effective data analysis. Cultivated strong client relationships, consistently exceeding sales targets while implementing strategic initiatives. Skilled in Excel and fostering collaboration, driving revenue growth through innovative merchandising and proactive communication. Fostered relationships with key account holders at Lowes and Home Depot.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Sales Manager
Bonnie Plant Farm
Pierce, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and executed sales strategies to enhance market presence and drive revenue growth.
- Used analytical skills working with large datasets of information for different clients and regions.
- The live goods industry is a relationship driven business, built relationships with Key account holders and internal operations and sales teams In AK, CO, WA, OR, ID, MT, SD, UT, WY ,NM and West TX
- Worked remotely managing and organizing my areas independently while also collaborating with account managers and other Area Mangers. effectively within a team.
- Trained and mentored sales team, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve targets.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to refine product offerings and improve sales performance.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for customer demands and minimizing shortages.
- Implemented Power BI streamline communication and track sales activities.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to align promotional campaigns with sales objectives, maximizing impact on target audiences.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
- Reported sales activity, generated sales quotations, and proposals and maintained customer contact database to achieve sales objectives and quota.
- Managed a successful sales team, consistently achieving and exceeding yearly sales targets.
- Fostered a positive work environment within the sales team by encouraging open communication, teamwork, and mutual support among team members.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities and areas for growth.
- Provided exceptional customer service to existing clients through regular communication and prompt resolution of issues or concerns raised by them.
Sales Representative
Bonnie Plant Farm
Pierce, CO
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Oversaw operations for a local route in the Denver market. Directed merchandising strategies for product displays and cultivated strong partnerships with store management.
- Led sales efforts in Western Division of Bonnie Plants, achieving consistent top line revenue results.
- Conducted analysis of sales trends and high-performing items to drive profit maximization.
- Achieved consistent client engagement through strategic scheduling and time management. Delivered results by independently managing workload and prioritizing tasks effectively. Enhanced overall productivity through proactive planning and execution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland Highschool
Ault, CO05-2008
Skills
- Building professional connections
- Effective sales presentations
- Geographic territory oversight
- Sales team leadership
- Skilled in Excel, Microsoft, and Powerpoint applications
- Effective data analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Effective verbal communication
- Effective communication skills
- Proactive initiative and accountability
- Strong organizational skills
Timeline
Area Sales Manager
Bonnie Plant Farm
01.2023 - Current
Sales Representative
Bonnie Plant Farm
01.2015 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Highland Highschool