Travis Whitesitt
Milbank,SD
Summary
Experienced and knowledgeable professional with a proven track record of success in the industry. Continuously seeking opportunities to expand skill set and stay up-to-date with latest advancements. Over 30 years of experience, bringing a wealth of expertise and a passion for learning to every project. Committed to delivering exceptional results and driving organizational growth through dedication and adaptability.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag/Commercial Tire Sales/Warranty Administrator
Twin Valley Tire
04.2010 - Current
- Manage farm/ag/commercial tire and or rim related incoming calls
- Work directly with the end user to find best fitment for their application
- Convert equipment, if needed for best performance and value in their operation
- Maintain profitable margins
- Develop growth strategies ( internet presences/farm shows/vendor shows)
- Work with many wholesale accounts (sales and technical support)
- Provide internal support for outside sales team
- Manage all warranty issues/all vendors
- Process, track and credit warranties
- Train less experienced sales staff on farm/commercial products
- Improved overall customer purchasing experiences to promote steady revenue
- Build relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of products and applications
Store Manager
Graham Tire Company - Minnesota, Iowa
10.1999 - 04.2010
- Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport
- Processed daily paperwork, balanced register drawers, and prepared deposits
- Strengthened productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts
- Built customer relationships and provided superior customer service to boost sales
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
- Built and followed strategic plan to maximize profit
- Built and maintained yearly budget to maximize profit
Management Trainee
Graham Tire Company-Minnesota, Iowa
04.1999 - 10.1999
- Inside sales of farm/commercial tires, rims and related hardware
- Assumed responsibilities of store manager during supervisor's absence
- Shadowed managers to gain understanding of organizational expectations and management techniques
- Assisted with administrative tasks to better understand industry processes
Outside Ag/Commercial Tire Sales
Lyon County Coop Oil Co
09.1996 - 04.1999
- Maintain current accounts
- Expand accounts by cold calling and face to face visits
- Work with vendors and manufactures to promote and move new products to both dealers and end users
- Maintained open communication with leadership to facilitate business development
- Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements
- Attended trade shows and sales conferences to network and obtain new business relationships
Ag Tire Service Tech
Love Tire/Graham Tire
06.1994 - 09.1996
- Farm service truck labor
- General shop labor
Tire Technician
Lyon County Coop Oil Co
05.1992 - 06.1994
- Performed tire rotations, mounts and balancing on vehicles
- Diagnosed and repaired tire and rim issues
- General shop labor
- Minimal retail tire sales
- Farm service labor
- Inventory control
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
Marshall, MN05.1992
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- POS System Operation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Selling
- Product Recommendations
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Staff Development
- Sales Techniques
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Calm Under Pressure
- Good Judgment
- Customer Relationship Management
- Computer Skills
- Warranty management
Timeline
Ag/Commercial Tire Sales/Warranty Administrator
Twin Valley Tire
04.2010 - Current
Store Manager
Graham Tire Company - Minnesota, Iowa
10.1999 - 04.2010
Management Trainee
Graham Tire Company-Minnesota, Iowa
04.1999 - 10.1999
Outside Ag/Commercial Tire Sales
Lyon County Coop Oil Co
09.1996 - 04.1999
Ag Tire Service Tech
Love Tire/Graham Tire
06.1994 - 09.1996
Tire Technician
Lyon County Coop Oil Co
05.1992 - 06.1994
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
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