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Candace Childers

Winston-Salem

Summary

Experienced Outside Sales Representative with expertise in client relationship management and business development. Proven track record in driving sales growth and expanding market share through strategic planning and effective negotiation. Skilled in identifying customer needs and promoting products to achieve business objectives.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Consultant

Archadeck, Inc.
Greensboro
01.2016 - Current

Scheduled initial appointments with homeowners at job sites.

  • Conducted proposal visits with tailored recommendations to secure contracts.
  • Achieved consistent sales exceeding one million dollars annually.
  • Collaborated with clients to create personalized outdoor living spaces.
  • Presented design concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders during meetings.
  • Coordinated with contractors for precise implementation of designs.
  • Managed project timelines and budgets throughout design processes.
  • Identified client design needs and developed innovative solutions.

Regional Sales Manager

Sun Mountain, Inc.
Asheville
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Oversaw East Coast operations, reporting directly to owner and CFO.
  • Generated annual sales exceeding 1 million, achieving 10% growth during recession.
  • Attended trade shows and organized showroom events with local architects and builders.
  • Managed account relations, sales forecasting, job site measurements, and custom designs.
  • Represented interior/exterior custom wood doors, moldings, and hardware to clients.
  • Cultivated relationships with key clients to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Developed strategic sales plans to achieve team revenue objectives.
  • Expanded market presence to drive company growth and brand development.

Interior Designer

John Wieland Homes
Charlotte
01.2006 - 01.2007

Delivered detailed estimates for material costs and project time frames.

  • Oversaw design meetings with builders and vendors to align project objectives.
  • Created and implemented designs for model homes in target neighborhoods.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure feasibility and integrity of designs.
  • Conducted site visits to verify installation and maintain design accuracy.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight client deadlines.

Sales/Design

Boyles Furniture
High Point and Charlotte
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Generated million-dollar annual sales, achieving top producer status in region.
  • Assisted Manager in executing marketing events to drive revenue growth.
  • Conducted home appointments with homeowners and coordinated job site meetings with builders for design projects.
  • Resolved customer issues with knowledgeable, friendly service to enhance satisfaction.

Education

Associates of Applied Science Degree - Interior Design

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Business and Marketing

University of North Carolina
Wilmington, NC
05.1992

Skills

  • Microsoft Office suite proficiency
  • Project management
  • Client relationship management
  • Construction coordination
  • Sales strategy
  • Product expertise
  • Creative problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Negotiation skills
  • Design software experience
  • Color theory knowledge
  • Client communication
  • Concept development
  • Organizational skills
  • Project presentations
  • Material selection
  • Computer literacy
  • Rough sketching and technical drawing
  • Multi-tasking

Timeline

Design Consultant

Archadeck, Inc.
01.2016 - Current

Regional Sales Manager

Sun Mountain, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2013

Interior Designer

John Wieland Homes
01.2006 - 01.2007

Sales/Design

Boyles Furniture
01.1996 - 01.1998

Associates of Applied Science Degree - Interior Design

Central Piedmont Community College

Bachelor of Science - Business and Marketing

University of North Carolina
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