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Brian J. Schroeder

Winona

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven leader with experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving organizational success. Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and operational efficiency. Adept at fostering a collaborative work environment and leading teams to exceed performance targets. Innovative individual with a strong background in business development and market expansion. Skilled in identifying growth opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and implementing effective sales strategies. Recognized for exceptional leadership abilities and a commitment to driving revenue growth and profitability. Visionary leader with a passion for technology and innovation. Experience in product development, lifecycle management, and go-to-market strategies.

Motivated professional with extensive experience in product sales and distribution. Possesses unmatched leadership and strategy skills to maximize company revenue. Expertise in management, marketing strategies and merchandising.

Dedicated Industrial Supply professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

FAST Solutions Product Manager

Fastenal
10.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for helping define and execute strategic and tactical plans for existing and new market opportunities for Fastenal Managed Inventory (FMI)
  • Collaborate closely with IT, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales teams to develop, QA, and release products, ensuring balanced resource allocation for organizational success
  • Lead lifecycle management execution, including market research, competitor analysis, planning, positioning, requirements, roadmap development, and delivery/implementation
  • Analyze market data to develop sales messaging and define objectives for effective marketing communications
  • Translate strategy into IT requirements, encompassing current and future business processes
  • Create documents detailing business cases, high-level use cases, business capabilities, revenue, and ROI

Technology Consultant

Fastenal
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Subject matter expert of all Fastenal Managed Inventory solution suites and educated the field on best practices
  • Enhanced the operational practices of customers by positively influencing their working capital
  • Worked alongside internal stakeholders to identify the best opportunities to promote and sign new FMI programs
  • Performed FMI Technology analyses and proposing world class inventory management programs
  • Ensured program installation integrity and continuous improvement to drive customer productivity and sustainability

Solutions Sales Coord.

Fastenal
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Educated District Managers and Branches on the value of the FASTBin Program
  • Enhanced internal efficiencies to accelerate revenue generation
  • Proactively and consistently communicated challenges and resolutions to the sales field
  • Conducted District and Regional trainings on the FASTBin program
  • Acted as a liaison between corporate headquarters and the sales field
  • Prepared Quarterly Business Reports for the sales field to use in presentations
  • Launched an inside sales campaign that immediately boosted FASTBin signings and implementations

Outside Sales Rep

Fastenal
08.2017 - 03.2022
  • Proactively seek new opportunities while nurturing the existing customer base
  • Effectively communicate and educate businesses on the benefits and value of partnering with Fastenal
  • Maintain a consistent schedule while adapting to a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Achieved $1.3 million in sales in2020
  • Consistently meet and exceed customer expectations
  • Ranked as the top OSR in the district

Software Support and Training/Project Coordinator

Fastenal
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Delivered vending webinars to a diverse range of companies, from small businesses to Fortune500 enterprises
  • Handled100-125 calls daily, providing exceptional customer service
  • Contributed significantly to the Wino Region's success in implementing vending machines
  • Consistently surpassed monthly implementation goals

Education

B.A - Marketing

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
12.2021

Community Service

Member of the Edge Church Advisory Board, Volunteer baseball, basketball, and football coach, Active in Childhood Cancer Community Organization, Moorie Miller Youth Foundation

Timeline

FAST Solutions Product Manager

Fastenal
10.2024 - Current

Technology Consultant

Fastenal
06.2023 - 10.2024

Solutions Sales Coord.

Fastenal
03.2022 - 06.2023

Outside Sales Rep

Fastenal
08.2017 - 03.2022

Software Support and Training/Project Coordinator

Fastenal
05.2016 - 08.2017

B.A - Marketing

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Brian J. Schroeder