Don Barnes

Background

About Don Barnes

Thirty years of successful sales and sales management experience in the building products and logistics industry. I have worked in all aspects of sales from retail sales, territory sales, national account sales, OEM sales and pull-through sales focusing on builder and architect specifications. I have worked with both one-step and two-step distributors at the branch level and the corporate level. In each position, I have a proven track record of exceeding established goals of sales volume, profitability, and product mix. I am a highly motivated professional with excellent communication skills, both oral and written. I am a self-starter with the confidence required to establish mutually profitable customer relationships based on honesty, integrity, and teamwork. I have the analytical skills to define problems, evaluate alternatives, then make profitable decisions and the computer skills necessary to increase efficiency and thrive in a fast-paced business environment. I am able to recognize market opportunities and to act decisively to take advantage of those opportunities. Specialties: Industry expertise and product expertise