John A.

Lowrimore
Greer SC 29651
(864) 414-5820 / email: tlowrimore@yahoo.com

SALES MANAGEMENT
Summary of Qualifications
Successful Sales Representative with 20 plus years experience in outside sales in the
building industry. Commits to providing an excellent product and exceptional customer
service. Motivated to develop new and existing territories increasing company's market
share while developing lasting relationships with customers and fellow employees.

Sales and Marketing Expertise

Developing strategies to acquire and maintain customer accounts increasing

market share
Presenting proposals, pricing, and solutions to meet customers needs
Negotiating pricing strategies to maximize profit, yet remain competitive in a
tight market
Providing excellent customer service being available days, nights, and weekends
Attending to customer's project and plant communication from design to delivery
Detecting problems in the field and recommending prompt corrections

Selected Accomplishments

Awarded Number 2 Company Wide National Salesman of the Year in 2007

Received Top 5% Regional Salesman of the Year for years 2004, 2005, 2006
Honored with Best Salesperson of the Year by Beazer Homes. My customer!
Built previous territory to over 5.5 million in truss and lumber sales annually

Recent Business Experience

1999 to Present

Small Business Owner

Aqua Care Swimming pool services, Greenville, SC

2010 - 2012

Business Development and Management

CARE Animal Emergency Clinic, Spartanburg, SC

Construction Sector Employment History

Outside Truss Sales Representative

1997-2009

Served separate company stores in different market areas

Pursued excellent customer relations with tightening budgets and
deadlines
Remained loyal to company despite worst sector decline in recent history
Built territory to over 5.5 million in truss and lumber
Developed emerging market of turn key packaging with large tract
builders
Numerous sales awards in the years 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007

1992-1997

Transformed Greenville and Colombia into strong competitive markets

Built territory to 2.5 million in annual sales receiving many awards
Recovered a failing market increasing sales to 2.5 million

Sales and Plant Purchasing Manager

Acquired and maintained truss sales accounts in a competitive market

Improved information and product flow through all facets of the plant
Managed company during expansion from 2.5 to 15.5 million in sales
Purchaser for plant including all materials and manufacturing equipment
Set up inventory control systems to limit overstock maximizing cash flow

Personal Pursuits
Century farm house renovation
Sweet Meadow Farms - personal goat dairy, Quarter horses, cattle, and layers
Sovereign Grace Church

References Available upon Request