SILAS B DODD
Commerce
Summary
Strategic operations leader with extensive experience in managing teams and enhancing performance across manufacturing, telecommunications, sales, and military sectors. Skilled in overseeing daily operations, coordinating projects, and fostering employee development while prioritizing workplace safety and customer relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Caldwell Exteriors
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Led residential and commercial roofing sales efforts.
- Built strong client relationships and ensured satisfaction.
- Managed sales pipeline from lead generation to closing.
- Coordinated project timelines and installation schedules.
- Trained and mentored junior sales reps to hit revenue targets.
- Developed proposals, conducted client meetings, and closed high-value deals.
Supervisor
SK Battery
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised daily operations and personnel across multiple production departments.
- Led shift meetings and ensured production, quality, and safety objectives were achieved.
- Prepared operational reports and presentations for management using Microsoft Office applications.
- Managed recruitment, interviews, performance evaluations, promotions, and employee development.
- Administered payroll, attendance tracking, and workforce scheduling.
- Conducted incident investigations, maintained safety documentation, and supported OSHA compliance initiatives.
Top Hand/TTIII
Pyrgos Communications
02.2016 - 08.2021
- Led field crews and coordinated daily work assignments on telecommunications infrastructure projects.
- Directed utility maintenance and emergency repair projects.
- Oversaw microwave and RF installation, maintenance, and testing activities.
- Maintained compliance records, safety documentation, and personnel reporting.
- Provided leadership, technical guidance, and job-site safety training.
Airborne Infantry
GA Army National Guard
10.2012 - 01.2021
- Led team operations and maintained mission readiness of personnel and equipment.
- Trained in reconnaissance, surveillance, emergency response, and operational planning.
- Coordinated team activities in high-pressure environments requiring discipline and accountability.
- Demonstrated strong leadership, adaptability, and decision-making skills.
Education
BA - Business
Strayer University
Greenville, SC01-2024
Skills
- Sales Training
- Operations Management
- Dale Carnegie Leadership Training
- Customer Relationship
- Workplace safety
- Sales Strategy
- Negotiation Techniques
- Sales Forecasting
- Sales Coaching
- Operations oversight
- Performance Metrics
- Sales strategy
Timeline
Sales Manager
Caldwell Exteriors
09.2023 - 04.2025
Supervisor
SK Battery
08.2021 - 09.2023
Top Hand/TTIII
Pyrgos Communications
02.2016 - 08.2021
Airborne Infantry
GA Army National Guard
10.2012 - 01.2021
BA - Business
Strayer University