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Ken Rohner

San Diego

Summary

Proven sales leader with a focus on key account management and business development. Known for strong negotiation skills and ability to analyze market trends. Ready to contribute to achieving ambitious sales goals and enhancing client partnerships.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Account Manager

Staples Advantage
San Diego, CA
01.2007 - 01.2026
  • Three time Sales Excellence Award recognition.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quota.
  • Developed strategic account plans to enhance client relationships and drive sales growth.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver customized solutions for key accounts.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform account strategies and initiatives.
  • Led negotiations with key clients to secure profitable contracts and agreements.

Director of Sales

Corporate Express (Acquired by Staples in 2008)
San Diego, CA
06.1999 - 01.2007
  • Managed 20 member sales team. (15 commercial and 5 Fed Gov) with annual sales exceeding $60 million.
  • Four time Sales Excellence Award recognition.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and competitive threats.
  • Established key performance indicators to measure sales team effectiveness.

Education

MBA -

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA

Bachelor of Arts -

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA

Skills

  • Client relationship building
  • Business development
  • Key account management
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Contract Management and Negotiation
  • Consultative selling

Timeline

Key Account Manager

Staples Advantage
01.2007 - 01.2026

Director of Sales

Corporate Express (Acquired by Staples in 2008)
06.1999 - 01.2007

MBA -

Santa Clara University

Bachelor of Arts -

Santa Clara University
Ken Rohner