James Coleman
About James Coleman
James Coleman is a Retail Sales Representative at General Mills in Ottawa, Canada, with over 20 years of experience in the food sales industry.
Company
James Coleman currently works at General Mills as a Retail Sales Representative. General Mills is a leading global food company known for its range of products, including cereals, snacks, and refrigerated and frozen foods. James operates in the Ottawa, Canada area, where he utilizes his extensive experience in the retail sales industry.
Title
James holds the position of Retail Sales Representative at General Mills, where he focuses on sales strategies, customer interactions, and compliance with company sales guidelines. His role involves collaborating with prospective clients to devise effective product marketing strategies, which contribute to the company's business development efforts.
Education and Expertise
James Coleman studied Political Science and English at Carleton University from 1986 to 1991. He achieved a Microsoft Certification from Algonquin College in 1996 and completed a course in Selling For Success at Horn Training in 2012. His educational background, combined with over 20 years of industry experience, has provided him with a solid foundation in sales and marketing.
Background
Prior to his current role, James Coleman worked at McCormick Canada Inc. as a Territory Manager for 20 years, from 1991 to 2011. Following that, he spent a year as a Retail Sales Specialist at Advantage Sales & Marketing, from 2011 to 2012. Throughout his career, James has been dedicated to enhancing sales strategies and building long-term customer relationships.
Achievements
At General Mills, James developed a comprehensive training program for the sales team, which significantly increased employee productivity and product knowledge. Additionally, he played a key role in ensuring Plan-O Gram compliance within the sales team from 2001 to 2006. James has consistently received positive feedback from both internal and external customers by fostering relationships that ensure repeat business.