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George Bilbo

Columbia

Summary

Accomplished sales manager known for building strategic partnerships and executing effective sales strategies. Proven ability to drive growth and optimize product presentation, contributing to enhanced customer engagement and overall sales performance.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Territory Sales Manager

DRG
Columbia
03.2010 - Current

Developed relationships with my dealer base and service centers, resulting in enhanced sales training opportunities.
Boosted product sales through strategic placements in parts stores and camper sales walkthrough areas.
Participated in national store set team, designing future planograms for manufacturers I represented. Wrote orders for store sets and individual sections in

stores.
Executed in-store sets to improve overall product presentation.

Worked at distributor shows and helped in show prep.

Regional Sales Manager

Arrow Distributing
Hammond
03.2003 - 03.2010

Drove significant sales growth in RV and mobile home divisions at Arrow Hammond.
Cultivated strong relationships with RV dealers and service centers to enhance business opportunities.
Assisted in establishing an installation business within mobile home division.
Forged partnerships with FEMA contractors during Katrina recovery, boosting sales substantially.

Branch Manager

Kaufman Supply
Hattiesburg
08.1996 - 02.2003

Began career as driver at Kaufman Supply, demonstrating reliability and efficiency.
Promoted to customer service role after 18 months, enhancing customer relationships.
Developed strategies to improve delivery service efficiency and responsiveness.
Transitioned to outside sales for Louisiana territory, significantly increasing market presence.
Elevated sales performance in previously underperforming market through targeted initiatives.
Advanced to branch manager, optimizing sales territories and delivery routes.
Streamlined branch operations, resulting in improved overall efficiency and productivity.
Declined relocation offer to Texas from parent company Atlantic Air due to family commitments.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
12.1993

High School Diploma -

Poplarville High School
Poplarville, MS
05.1989

Skills

  • Sales forecasting
  • Customer relationship management
  • Territory planning
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Product presentation
  • Show planning
  • Leadership

Timeline

Territory Sales Manager

DRG
03.2010 - Current

Regional Sales Manager

Arrow Distributing
03.2003 - 03.2010

Branch Manager

Kaufman Supply
08.1996 - 02.2003

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pearl River Community College

High School Diploma -

Poplarville High School
George Bilbo