J Brian King
About J Brian King
J Brian King is a District Sales Manager at US Foods, where he has worked since 2004. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Distribution from East Carolina University and an MBA from Wake Forest University.
Work at US Foods
J Brian King has served as a District Sales Manager at US Foods since 2004. Over his 20-year tenure, he has been instrumental in driving sales growth and enhancing market presence. He achieved a notable 27% case growth in 2006, earning an annual award from US Foodservice. His strategic approach led to a significant 40% increase in case and sales in 2011, contributing over $1 million in new business. King has also managed over 30 accounts, overseeing sales orders, invoice bookkeeping, and delivery logistics.
Education and Expertise
J Brian King holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Distribution from East Carolina University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University between 2008 and 2010. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in business principles and distribution strategies, which he applies in his current role at US Foods.
Background
Before joining US Foods, J Brian King worked as a National Marketing Representative at Cooper Industries from 2002 to 2003. This experience provided him with valuable insights into marketing strategies and customer engagement, which he later utilized in his sales management role at US Foods. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to sales excellence and market development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, J Brian King has received several accolades for his performance in sales. He was awarded Rookie of the Year in 2005 for outstanding achievement among new employees in the Charlotte market. Additionally, he has been recognized for his ability to increase sales significantly, including growing sales from $1 million to $5 million in the Charlotte metro ethnic market through innovative sales techniques and strong business relationships.
Sales Strategies and Leadership
J Brian King has demonstrated leadership in sales by being selected as a district representative for the sales focus team. In this role, he communicates new ideas and strategies to enhance market penetration in Charlotte. He has also led quarterly new product presentations to multi-million dollar accounts, focusing on driving sales and improving account penetration.