Brandan Bush

• Led and managed multiple sales teams, including the SBA Mid Market, Inside Key Account, Furniture, and Pack and Ship lines of business teams, consisting of 7 Area Vice Presidents, a Director of Sales Effectiveness, 30+ Sales Managers, and 450+ sellers.
• Successfully achieved sales targets, overseeing approximately $2.5 billion in sales revenue with ownership of the SG&A for the business. 
• Implemented effective sales strategies and initiatives, resulting in increased market share and customer acquisition.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Streamlined sales processes and operations, improving efficiency and productivity across the teams.
• Provided leadership and guidance to the sales teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Ensured consistent and clear communication with team members and stakeholders, avoiding industry jargon and using action-oriented language.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided coaching and development opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of the sales teams.

• Led and managed the SBA Inside Account Management organization, overseeing a team of 4 Sales Directors, 20+ Sales Managers, and more than 250 sellers, responsible for driving approximately $2.0B in sales.
• Developed and executed strategic initiatives to optimize sales performance, resulting in a 10% increase in revenue and market share.
• Implemented effective sales strategies and processes, leading to improved customer acquisition and retention rates.
• Fostered a high-performance culture by providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and capitalize on market opportunities, driving business growth and expansion.
• Maintained consistent and clear communication with stakeholders, ensuring alignment of goals and objectives.

• Directed and managed a region of business-to-business sales professionals, including 6 area sales managers and over 60 individual contributors, achieving annual sales of over $200 million across all Staples product categories.
• Led a team of sales professionals to consistently exceed sales targets, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue year over year.
• Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets and expand customer base, resulting in a 20% growth in market share.
• Oversaw the successful execution of dual assignments, serving as the AC RSD and Interim Inside Print RSD for 6 months in 2016, effectively managing both roles and ensuring seamless operations.
• Recognized for outstanding performance and contributions, receiving the Chairman's Award in 2015.
• Maintained clear and effective communication with team members, providing guidance, support, and motivation to drive performance and achieve sales objectives.
• Ensured consistency and accuracy in reporting and documentation, adhering to company standards and guidelines.

• Directed and managed a region of business-to-business sales professionals, overseeing eight outside sales teams and one inside team consisting of nine Area Sales Managers and over 100 individual contributors.
• Led and motivated the sales teams to achieve exceptional results, resulting in being awarded the Sales Excellence winner in both 2013 and 2014.
• Developed and nurtured strategic partnerships across multiple sales channels, earning the Partnership Award in 2014.
• Implemented effective sales strategies and initiatives, resulting in a significant increase in print and promotional product sales.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, driving revenue growth and market expansion.
• Maintained consistent and clear communication with stakeholders, ensuring alignment of goals and objectives.
• Fostered a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, providing coaching and development opportunities to the sales teams.

• Managed a district of business-to-business sales professionals, overseeing a team of 13 outside account managers focused on Print and Promotional Products sales.
• Successfully established and led a new sales channel for Staples, hiring and training each member of the team to achieve exceptional sales results.
• Recognized as the recipient of the Sales Excellence award in 2012 and 2011, showcasing consistent high performance and exceeding sales targets.
• Achieved the distinction of having the top sales district in both 2010 and 2009, demonstrating exceptional leadership and driving outstanding sales growth.
• Developed and implemented effective sales strategies, resulting in a significant increase in revenue and market share.
• Fostered a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, providing ongoing training and coaching to the sales team to enhance their skills and performance.
• Maintained clear and open communication with team members, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

• Led and managed multiple retail store locations of progressively higher volume, including Cedar Hill, Dallas, and Frisco, Texas.
• Oversaw all aspects of store operations, including sales, customer service, inventory management, and staff supervision.
• Implemented effective strategies to drive sales and achieve revenue targets, resulting in consistent growth year over year.
• Developed and executed training programs to enhance employee performance and customer satisfaction.
• Maintained a high level of visual merchandising standards, ensuring an attractive and organized store environment.
• Fostered a positive and collaborative work culture, promoting teamwork and employee engagement.
• Implemented cost-saving measures and optimized operational efficiency, resulting in increased profitability.
• Consistently achieved and exceeded key performance indicators, demonstrating strong leadership and business acumen.

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