Gregory Peterson
2577 Camden Park Circle, Davenport, FL 33837 | (863) 307-5852 | gpeterson7654@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Energetic and competitive sales leader with over 25 years of experience in industrial automation. Demonstrated success in generating new business, increasing sales and profits, and providing exceptional customer support. Expert in team building, vendor relations, and driving strategic growth.
Core Competencies
Sales Leadership & Strategy
Team Building & Development
Vendor & Customer Relationship Management
Territory Expansion
Marketing & Negotiation
Automation and Safety Solutions
Professional Experience
Regional Sales Manager, Airline Hydraulics, South NC to FL
March 2024 – September 2025
Expanded regional presence by doubling the size of the sales team.
Forged strong vendor relationships to support growth initiatives.
Achieved 15% increase in invoicing over budget and 25% YOY growth.
Added 212 new invoice customers through strategic marketing and partnerships.
Vice President of Operations, AA Electric
April 2014 – February 2024
Negotiated with vendors and customers to surpass expectations.
Implemented consistent marketing programs and Sandler selling techniques.
Achieved double-digit profit growth annually over 10 years.
Established a website and online store to expand digital presence.
Developed new customer base and innovative sales programs.
Trained sales team and implemented goal-oriented strategies.
Regional Automation Manager, Anixter, Great Lakes Region
January 2012 – January 2014
Managed 6 locations and 34 salespeople across 7 states with $120M in sales.
Trained teams on automation products and secured vendor partnerships.
Earned growth-based bonuses of $39K (2012) and $47K (2013).
OEM Account Manager, Rexel, Hamilton, Ohio
March 2011 – December 2011
Grew territory sales by 17% in under one year.
Facilitated price negotiations and managed software contracts to strengthen organizational competitiveness.
National Sales & Marketing Manager, Exor, Cincinnati, Ohio
January 2008 – March 2011
Negotiated private label deals and launched new products.
Introduction of distributor program increasing profits by 12%.
Automation Sales Manager, C&E Sales Inc.
November 1995 – October 2007
Managed sales and marketing for automation division with over $10M in revenue.
Negotiated Siemens partnership growing sales to $7M in 6 years.
Education
University of Cincinnati – Executive MBA Program (night school)
Major: Executive Business Program
Cincinnati Technical College – Associate of Applied Science
Major: Electronic Engineering
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