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Merchandising/Textile Sales Rep

Kimberly Johns

7720 Village Trail Drive                                                                        kjc7618@yahoo.com

Dallas, Tx 75254                                                                 214-697-1888

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PROFILE

 

Accomplished Senior Sales and Operations Management Professional. Extensive background in Sales, Merchandising, Marketing, New Business Development, Product Launches, Account Management, and Administration. Results-driven, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A team player with success exploring industry opportunities in Pharmaceutical Sales, Merchandising, Product Distribution and Manufacturing in both retail and wholesale environments.  

 

EDUCATION

 

University of North Texas - Denton, TX

Bachelor of Science Degree - Merchandising/Clothing and Textiles (minor in Business)

 

EXPERIENCE

 

The Interior January 2024 - Present Dallas, TX

Project Management/Sales

Full-service design center for the interior of homes and businesses, coordinating the full cycle of 

projects.  Serve as project manager, which involves understanding client expectations, detailing all areas of design improvements, confirming ideas and refinements, and implementing the necessary steps to achieve the desired end result.  Requires knowledge in sales, budgeting, client relations, organization and frequent communication to deliver a positive and satisfying final outcome.

 

Ebby Halliday Real Estate March 2022 - Sept 2023     Plano, TX

Residential Real Estate Sales 

 

The Container Store May 2019 - May 2021       Dallas, TX

Product Merchandiser 

Merchandised all in-store deliveries and displays, while ensuring pricing and promotions were current and aesthetically appealing. Transferred from the retail side of this business to the corporate office and distribution center (during COVID store closings) to expand my knowledge and growth in the industry. This transition offered extensive experience with shipping, receiving, packaging, order fulfillment, and management relations in a highly advanced and efficient distribution facility.  

 

Teva Pharmaceuticals Mar 1999 - Sept 2011          Dallas, TX

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative 

*Represented prescription products and medical devices to physicians, staff and pharmacies

*Educated, sold, and maintained accounts while achieving constant growth and increases in volume                                                                              

*Successfully managed quarterly budget/expenses, sales/growth projections, and profit margins  

*Coordinated special projects, meetings and speaker programs to promote products       

 

 

 

 

Dorman Textiles Jan 1994 - Feb 1999                     Dallas, TX

Textile Sales Representative

*Represented 12 different textile mills to designers, manufacturers and large retailers

*Negotiated pricing, quantities, deadlines and timelines

*Grew account base over 30% in first year, and consistently increased sales volumes

*Required knowledge in sourcing, imports/exports, cost analysis, transport and delivery of goods 

*Worked and/or attended several annual trade events and markets both locally and across the U.S.

                                                                                                                             

     

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Real Estate License                            

June 2009 - Present

State of Texas Licensed REALTOR®

 

 

 

PERSONAL INFORMATION/SKILLS:

 

I have experience in sourcing, importing/exporting, wholesale, retail, working trade events and markets, budgeting, price negotiations, contracts, and project management.  I am very comfortable presenting, as well as prospecting and closing sales. I enjoy educating customers and potential clients on products and merchandise, and believe in building trust and professional relationships.  I thrive on providing exceptional customer service.  In addition, I am very organized and have excellent grammar and communication skills. I keep my real estate license current, but, it is presently on “inactive” status while not being utilized.