Mark Collier
About Mark Collier
Mark Collier is an Account Executive at Advantage Solutions in Austin, Texas, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in sales, having held positions at various companies including Lorillard Tobacco Company and The Kraft Heinz Company.
Work at Advantage Solutions
Mark Collier has been employed at Advantage Solutions since 2019 as an Account Executive. In this role, he focuses on sales, marketing, and technology initiatives. Based in Austin, Texas, he has contributed to the company's efforts in strategic sales, including conducting evaluations of sales team goals to enhance performance. His responsibilities also include implementing customer management systems and customer relationship management practices to support quarterly innovation promotions.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Advantage Solutions, Mark Collier held several positions in sales and operations. He worked at The Kraft Heinz Company as a Sales Representative from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, he spent eight years as a Sales Account Representative at Lorillard Tobacco Company, covering the Michigan and Wisconsin areas. His earlier roles include working at United Cooperative in Feed Mill Operations from 2012 to 2016, and a seasonal position at QPS Employment Group in Crop/Plant Maintenance in 2011.
Education and Expertise
Mark Collier has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Planning from 1996 to 2000. He also attended Lakeland University, completing coursework in Business Administration from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he pursued professional development courses in agriculture at Iowa State's Crop Advisor Institute. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from Lakeland College.
Sales Techniques and Strategies
In his current role and previous positions, Mark Collier utilizes various sales techniques to drive revenue growth. He employs upselling strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and increase sales. He also suggests optimal product placements to improve customer interaction. His participation in national sales competitions demonstrates his commitment to refining his sales skills and boosting quarterly revenue for his teams.