Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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DENISE S. KRAMER

Ladera Ranch

Summary

Sales professional with proven track record in driving revenue growth and leading high-performing sales teams. Successfully implemented strategic sales initiatives that resulted in significant market expansion. Demonstrated expertise in building strong client relationships and leveraging market insights to optimize sales strategies. Known for leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director Retail Sales

Atalanta Corporation
04.2022 - Current
  • Delivered $21M in annual sales, exceeding national targets and driving 36% YoY growth
  • Led and developed a team of Area Sales Managers overseeing a $25M+ portfolio across multiple regions and customers such as Whole Foods, Target, and UNFI
  • Secured key partnerships and led sales initiatives with Albertsons Companies, Kehe Distributors and Tony's Fine Foods that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
  • Collaborated cross functionally with the QA, Demand Planning, Buying and Business Development teams to accomplish sales goals and launch new items
  • Developed and implemented company Prepared Foods Strategy in 2024
  • Managed a high-performing team by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Team Lead Retail Sales

Atalanta Corporation
05.2019 - 04.2022
  • Managed $16M annual business with 9% sales growth YOY. Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Company Lead by Innovation Award recipient 2021
  • Opened new key account for company - Target
  • Trained and led a team of 3 Area Sales Managers
  • Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decision making.


Area Sales Manager

Atalanta Corporation
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Managed key accounts such as Kehe Distributors, Whole Foods, Bristol Farms, and Metropolitan Market with annual sales of $7M
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual sales targets by developing and implementing effective sales strategies and fostering customer relationships
  • Responsible for sales of product portfolio including 3,500 items across multiple customers
  • Executed first company crossdock program


Foodservice Category Manager- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Foodservice Category Manager responsible for $400,000,000 in sales annually for all Kroger divisions, including sales planning, assortment optimization, developing new programs, and supporting division merchandising teams.
  • Positioned Kroger as an industry leader in foodservice.

Murray’s Project Manager- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
05.2011 - 01.2016

Fresh Ready Meals Merchandising Representative-Western Region

The Kroger Co.
11.2009 - 06.2011

Fresh Ready Meals Analyst- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
08.2007 - 11.2009

Assistant Store Manager- Cincinnati-Dayton Division

The Kroger Co.
05.2007 - 08.2007

Assistant Produce Manager- Cincinnati-Dayton Division

The Kroger Co.
08.2001 - 05.2007

Education

Certificate of Project Management -

University of California-Irvine
06.2015

Organizational Leadership

University of Cincinnati
06.2009

Associate of Arts - undefined

Southern State Community College
06.2005

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Sales and marketing expertise
  • Revenue growth
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making
  • Team leadership

Accomplishments

  • Industry professional with over 25 years of experience in the Food Retail Industry & Deli Operations
  • Expertise and knowledge of majority key retailers and distributors in the US
  • Experience in both buying and sales roles offers several strategic advantages
  • Managed the Leading by Innovation award winning sales team at Atalanta 2021
  • Developed and implemented company-wide Prepared Foods Strategy in 2024

Certification

Salesforce Expeditioner

Project Management Certificate

Timeline

Director Retail Sales

Atalanta Corporation
04.2022 - Current

Team Lead Retail Sales

Atalanta Corporation
05.2019 - 04.2022

Area Sales Manager

Atalanta Corporation
01.2017 - 04.2019

Foodservice Category Manager- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
01.2016 - 12.2016

Murray’s Project Manager- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
05.2011 - 01.2016

Fresh Ready Meals Merchandising Representative-Western Region

The Kroger Co.
11.2009 - 06.2011

Fresh Ready Meals Analyst- Corporate Deli-Bakery Merchandising

The Kroger Co.
08.2007 - 11.2009

Assistant Store Manager- Cincinnati-Dayton Division

The Kroger Co.
05.2007 - 08.2007

Assistant Produce Manager- Cincinnati-Dayton Division

The Kroger Co.
08.2001 - 05.2007

Organizational Leadership

University of Cincinnati

Associate of Arts - undefined

Southern State Community College

Certificate of Project Management -

University of California-Irvine
DENISE S. KRAMER