Lyle Zoethout
Sales And Management Professional
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Personable commercial sales manager with over three years of commercial and retail sales experience in the gardening supply and equipment sector, after a lengthy 13 year career in project management, estimations and customer service in the electrical construction sector. Proficient in maintaining long-term relationships with various companies and clients, along with client satisfaction follow ups and ensuring repeat business. A very committed individual that goes above and beyond for their clients, large or small.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Retail and Commercial Sales Manager
Blooms Grow Tech
Edmonton, Alberta
05.2022 - Current
- Acting retail and commercial customer service manager, handling and directing all calls and inquires, as well as providing product and equipment consultations
- Performed as lead buyer for all shop purchasing and product acquisitions, both locally and internationally.
- Executed all inventory control processes and product catalogs for both point of sale and online services.
- Analyzed sales data and trends to identify areas for improvement, implementing necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Implemented efficient sales tracking system that allowed for improved monitoring of leads, conversions, and overall performance metrics.
- Negotiated and brokered larger scale sales and purchase orders, along with all associated logistics, payments and fees.
- Successful in raising shop profits by over 50% percent month over month compared to prior management.
Western Canadian Sales Representative
FururVert Canada
Edmonton, AB
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Responsible for marketing products across Western Canada, creating brand awareness and generating sales
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Performing active customer service rolls and consultations to clients both large and small
- Expanded customer base through calling, networking, and in person relationship building.
Journeyman Electrician
Multiple Outfits
Edmonton, AB
03.2008 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated over 12 years of skilled trade work, project management and either project lead hand or foreman at all times.
- Trained and highly proficient at project estimations, laying out time schedules and project planning from beginning to end.
- Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in this trade and/or general construction.
- Reduced downtime in production facilities by promptly troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues.
Education
Red Seal Journeyman Electrical - Power Systems And Electrical Installations
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB 03.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Paul Kane High School
St. Albert, AB 09.2004 - 06.2005
Skills
Competitor research and sales strategies
Strong sales and customer service skills
Gardening product and equipment consultation and acquisition professional
Customer acquisition and retainment experience
Trained and thorough estimator and project manager
Sales coordination and sales target administrator
Highly effective and robust communication abilities (Verbal, written and digital)
Extremely organized and highly communicative at all levels of business operations
Gardening
Gardening and self sufficiency is the driving force behind my ambitions. It is with great enthusiasm that I seek to educate and provide all the pieces of the puzzle needed for the highest return on investment, the most nutrient rich fruits and greens, and to facilitate a community of like minded individuals that aim to improve their knowledge base by assisting and sharing with one another.
Timeline
Retail and Commercial Sales Manager
Blooms Grow Tech
05.2022 - Current
Western Canadian Sales Representative
FururVert Canada
02.2021 - 02.2022
Journeyman Electrician
Multiple Outfits
03.2008 - 01.2022
Red Seal Journeyman Electrical - Power Systems And Electrical Installations
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
03.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Paul Kane High School
09.2004 - 06.2005