Steve Abrams

Living Large

Suwanee, Georgia, United States

About

Sales and management professional that thrives in challenging environments either individually or leading a team. Talented in product development and creation; experienced in directing a variety of manufacturing and sales functions, technical support and operational supply chains. Committed to creating relationships with clients at multiple management levels in competitive markets. A practiced sales strategist/negotiator with record of success in developing practical solutions for customers resulting in above target asset and revenue growth. Career Achievements • Highest Gross Trading Margins for 10 straight years; Sales Growth Awards. • Developed/ managed new Specialty Products, produced top profit margins in company. • Directed two Division turnarounds, leading both to 1st Place for Time, Inc. • Built successful Import/ Export distribution company to $4 Million annual sales. • Created new products; guided expansion into new markets, increasing sales 400%. • Designed production automation solution resulting in 25% cost savings. • Microsoft Office, Excel, Email marketing, SAP. • Grew Territory Sales by 35% in first year; advanced sales channels 20%. • Experienced in establishing/managing distributor network. • Series 7 and Series 66 (FINRA) Georgia Life Insurance license

Experience

  • Executive Assistant at TransAtlantic Sales, LLC.
    Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Assisting owner address problems and issues. Hands on and responsible for outcome results.

  • Market/Customer Consultant at S&B Technical Products / Hultec
    Mar 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    Manufacturer of various gaskets utilized in the Waterworks industry along with other rubber products for various industries.

  • National Sales Manager at Prabhat USA
    Jan 2016 - Feb 2021 · 5 yrs 2 mos

    Responsible for National Sales and Business Development in U.S. Manufacturer of various gaskets used in the Waterworks and Sewer Markets along with assorted industries.

  • Territory Sales Manager at North American Cast Iron Products (NACIP)
    Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Territory Manager at NACIP for FL,AR,LA,TN,MS,KY,AL; responsible for sales and distribution within territory and working with local and state municipalities for their waterworks, sewer and building projects; Operational control of Atlanta warehouse and personnel servicing the Southeastern states. • Increased territory sales by 35% in 1st year. • Expanded distribution outlets and sales channels by 20% in 1st year. • Created and implemented controls to streamline inventory management and cut costs. • Created Marketing agenda for Municipalities; expanded specification approval by 40%. • $600,000 new sales pipeline in 1st Quarter 2015.

  • Senior Vice-President at C3 Communications L.L.C.
    Aug 2012 - Oct 2013 · 1 yr 3 mos

    8/2012- 10/2013 C3 Communications, LLC Suwanee, Ga. Security/Access system installation along with infrastructure wiring; Dell computer sales Sales Management, Operations, Finance, Marketing, Project Management • Created and managed $1,000,000 D506 Private Placement for raising capital. • Client/ Supplier/ Bond contract negotiations; improved supplier services.. • Sales/ Operations Management. Cut purchasing costs by 25%. • Created and managed Email Marketing campaign and materials. • Expanded sales into new markets with local governments and private education