Josh Slade

Experience

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  GS Steamers Bar and Grill

  May 2009 - Feb 2013

  Server

  •Maintained a professional and congenial attitude•Checked stations, tables, and rooms for neatness, cleanliness, proper set-up, and backup supplies•Utilized suggestive selling•Communicated openly and effectively with team - included supervisors, kitchen staff and other floor staff•Served food promptly•Ensured that side work at the end of the shift was completed•Performed other reasonable related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and management•Maintained a pleasant relationship with customers Show less

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  Fastenal

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2011

  Sales Support

  •Assisted with sales/customer service•Managed inventory•Placed and fulfilled orders•Received and shipped inventory•Performed local sales calls and deliveries

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  Raymour & Flanigan Furniture

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

  E-Commerce Sales Associate

  •Managed inbound call flow•Provided exceptional customer service and knowledgeable sales experience•Remained up to date on company products, features and programs as well as industry trends•Demonstrated attention to detail, accurately prepared orders and thoroughly documented steps taken in appropriate computer systems•Made recommendations to customers regarding products and services based on available information•Performed additional functions that may be assigned at the discretion of management Show less

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  P&A Group

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2015

  Employee Benefits Sales Associate

  •Specialize in employee benefits administration: -Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) -Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA) -COBRA Administration•Establish relationships with employee benefit brokers•Generate new business, sales leads and meet with prospective clients•Create cost effective employee benefit solutions for employers

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  Madison Cortland ARC

  Aug 2015 - Nov 2015

  Inside Sales

  •Provide support to Business Development and Operations by setting up appointments with targeted manufacturers•Build and maintain database of targets, contacts and activities•Expand revenue opportunities for LOJO Technologies, driving the mission of helping people with disabilities through profit generating operations

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  Allstate

  Nov 2015 - Jun 2016

  Account Executive

  •Prospected and generated new business through leads, referrals and cold calling•Implemented a come back campaign to re-establish relationships with prior Allstate customers•Managed inbound call flow, generated quotes and conducted policy reviews•Processed payments and reported claims

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  Echelon Supply and Service

  Jun 2016 - now

  •Implement purchase contracts that comply with company and government regulations•Assure that commodities are delivered on schedule at the negotiated price, meeting established quality standards•Coordinate appropriate delivery methods needed to distribute commodities in a cost effective manner•Build part codes and kits•Procure parts and negotiate pricing

  • Director of Operations and Supply Chain

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Senior Purchasing Manager

    Apr 2023 - Jan 2024

  • Government Contracts Program Manager

    Jan 2021 - Apr 2023

  • Contract Administrator

    Jun 2016 - Jan 2021