Patrick Allan
About Patrick Allan
Patrick Allan serves as the National Account Sales Manager at Krispy Kreme, where he has worked since 2013, managing relationships with major retail chains. He has a background in sales management with previous roles at Culligan International and The Coca-Cola Company.
Work at Krispy Kreme
Patrick Allan has served as the National Account Sales Manager at Krispy Kreme since 2013. In this role, he manages relationships with major retail chains including Publix, Winn Dixie, Bilo, Havertys, and Walmart. His responsibilities include focusing on buying group and category management, as well as presenting new items and promotions for pricing and space planning to key national and regional accounts. Allan has been instrumental in developing and implementing strategies aimed at enhancing market influence within the wholesale distribution sector.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining Krispy Kreme, Patrick Allan worked at The Coca-Cola Company as a District Sales Manager from 2009 to 2013. His role involved overseeing sales operations and managing client relationships in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to that, he was a Route Sales Manager at Culligan International from 2006 to 2009, where he was responsible for sales and customer service in Rosemont, Illinois. This diverse experience has contributed to his expertise in sales management and client relations.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Allan studied Business Management at Clemson University. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his current role at Krispy Kreme. Allan's expertise includes category management, market strategy development, and sales team leadership, which he utilizes to enhance the performance of the sales department.
Leadership and Team Development
In his current position, Patrick Allan is responsible for overseeing the continuing education of leadership talent and product knowledge within the sales team at Krispy Kreme. This role emphasizes the importance of training and development in maintaining a knowledgeable and effective sales force, ensuring that team members are well-equipped to meet the demands of the market.