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Victoria Hightower

Charleston

Summary

With a proven track record at Green Pharmaceuticals South, I leveraged integrated pest management and post-harvest handling to boost crop yields significantly. My adeptness in customer relationship building and territory management drove sales growth and solidified client loyalty. Skilled in both farm operations and sales strategy, I excel in delivering exceptional results and fostering sustainable business growth. I have an absolute love and so much passion for this field of work.

Work History

Grower

Green Pharmaceuticals South
  • Developed effective pruning strategies, leading to healthier plants with increased fruit set and yields.
  • Enhanced crop yield by utilizing advanced growing practices and maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
  • Coordinated effectively with sales representatives to forecast crop availability accurately and meet customer demands consistently.
  • Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
  • Utilized integrated pest management strategies that minimized pesticide use while ensuring optimal crop protection from pests and diseases.
  • Ensured high-quality produce with meticulous attention to harvest timing and post-harvest handling procedures.
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
  • Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures that enhanced employee productivity, reduced waste, and ensured consistent product quality.
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Managed greenhouse climate control systems, optimizing temperature, humidity, and light levels for ideal plant growth.
  • Reduced pest issues through diligent monitoring and targeted application of biological controls.
  • Implemented organic soil amendments, improving soil structure, fertility, and overall plant health.
  • Collaborated closely with the production team, resulting in improved efficiency and timely delivery of products to market.
  • Maintained accurate records of planting dates, fertilization schedules, pest management interventions, and harvest data for future reference.
  • Implemented efficient water management practices such as drip irrigation systems, resulting in reduced water usage while maintaining optimal plant health.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Purchased supplies such as seed, pesticides, and fertilizer.

Salesperson

Green Pharmaceuticals South
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy shopping experience.
  • Expanded customer base through targeted prospecting and networking efforts.
  • Negotiated contracts skillfully, securing favorable terms for both company and client.
  • Enhanced product knowledge by attending training sessions and staying current with industry trends.

Owner

Palmetto Exotics
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Education

High School Diploma -

Branchville High School
Branchville, SC
06.2006

Skills

  • Post-harvest handling
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Weed management
  • Integrated pest management
  • Excellent customer service
  • Extremely knowledgeable on THC and THC A

  • Customer relationship building
  • Sales strategy development
  • Cross-selling products and services
  • Up-selling
  • Territory management

Timeline

Grower

Green Pharmaceuticals South

Salesperson

Green Pharmaceuticals South

Owner

Palmetto Exotics

High School Diploma -

Branchville High School

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