A.j. Omstead Jr.

Sales Professional

Redmond | United States

Skills

Sales
Customer service
Account management

Interests

Photography

Fly fishing

Hiking and being outdoors in general

Industries

Fishing

Outdoor

Skate

Snow

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In my own words

— A.j.

Motivated, personable sales professional with an extensive background in various sales and customer service environments.

Fast learner, ability to quickly understand and utilize new processes and policies. Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels.

Goal and results driven, consistently met or exceeded goals and expectations. Flexible and versatile, able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily adapt in unfamiliar environments.

Operated as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to clients. Built sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication with clients. Ensured the timely and successful delivery of clients requests as needed. Maintained contact with clients throughout the sales process to ensure the end result was as promised and expected.

Trajectory

Aug 2014 — Now

Contributor/Account Manager · BendOr Magazine

Creator and curator of the Fly fishing column. Established and continue to grow relationships with some of the largest names in the industry to help grow the column. We are currently working with brands such as Redington, RIO Products, Fishpond, Orvis and Tacky Fishing.

Nov 2018 — Jul 2019

Commercial Vehicle Accounts Manager · Smolich Nissan

Assisted retail and commercial customers with purchase of new and pre-owned vehicles. Laid the foundation for our Commercial Department to run efficiently, be profitable and successful.

Jan 2016 — Nov 2018

Sales Manager · Empire Truck Works

Reported directly to General Manager and assisted in making decisions regarding day to day operations. Grew sales from $16,000 my 1st month to $125,000 my 9th month.

Nov 2014 — Dec 2015

Parts Counter · Cascade Motorsports

Open department in the mornings i.e. restock floor, make sure apparel is clean and shopable as well as maintain the general cleanliness of the department. Other duties include, Assist walk-in customers, handle all incoming parts calls, assist in social media management, assist with receiving, manage eBay store, follow up with suppliers to ensure products will be shipped on time.