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Chad Horton

@chadhorton

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Results-driven automotive field specialist and account manager focused on sales and route execution.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role that values strong account management and route execution—where I can drive results through sales support, merchandising execution, and dependable communication, in an environment that encourages teamwork and ownership.

I’m an experienced, versatile professional with proven expertise in sales, account management, and route navigation. In my current role, I travel to 5+ dealership lots to conduct vehicle radio maintenance, helping ensure properly functioning and up-to-date radio systems across 70+ dealership vehicles.

Earlier, I supported account goals in field and office settings, including learning how to successfully sell product to 15+ accounts a day while using an iPad to complete sales. I’ve spent decades managing day-to-day operations, mentoring teams, and strengthening customer relationships—whether keeping 8+ stores on route stocked with organized displays or leading customer service and deliveries for 40+ customers weekly. I bring a collaborative, hardworking approach, and I’m comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Automotive Refresh Specialist

Current

Apollo Retail Specialists

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Maintained vehicle radio systems by visiting 5+ dealership lots, ensuring proper functionality across 70+ dealership vehicles. Coordinated with management on arrival and completion while performing frequent outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Dealership Lot Routing Time Management

Relief Account Manager

Abarta Coca-Cola Beverages

Feb 2024 - Mar 2024 (1 month)

Trained as a relief account manager and supported sales to 15+ accounts per day using an iPad to complete sales tasks. Worked both on-route and in-office on varying company needs while covering accounts during a family care situation.

Account Management Outside Sales IPad Based Sales Sales To Multiple Accounts

Merchandiser

Keurig Dr Pepper

Aug 1999 - Jan 2024 (24 years 5 months)

Ensured 8+ stores per day maintained complete shelf inventory and well-presented displays, improving product visibility and availability. Managed daily route execution efficiently, including frequent lifting of 50+ lbs per account.

Retail Merchandising Inventory Management Display Arrangement Route Management Heavy Lifting (50+ Lbs)

Dry Cleaners Manager

West Way Dry Cleaners

Jun 1994 - Aug 1999 (5 years 2 months)

Managed day-to-day operations and was responsible for hiring employees. Delivered services to 40+ customers and other cleaning establishments each week while leading customer service to meet customer needs.

Store Operations Management Hiring Customer Service Leadership Record Management Interpersonal Communication