Stuart Vaughn
Trenton
Summary
Results-driven Regional Manager experienced in leading teams and optimizing operations to enhance customer satisfaction. Increased client base and revenue through effective sales strategies, strong communication, and relationship management. Focused on leveraging leadership and operational expertise to drive organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Sales Representative
Cintas
Chattanooga
09.2025 - Current
- Build and maintain relationships with current customers.
- Identify opportunities to sell additional Cintas products and services.
- Conduct regular customer visits to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Generate new business through prospecting, referrals, and cold calling.
- Prepare quotes, proposals, and service agreements.
- Resolve customer concerns and coordinate with service and operations teams.
- Meet or exceed sales and revenue goals.
- Products & Services Commonly Sold: Uniform rental programs, Facility services (mats, mops, restroom supplies), First aid and safety products, Fire protection services, Cleanroom and specialty apparel services.
- Skills & Qualifications: Strong communication and relationship-building skills, Sales experience or a proven ability to persuade and influence others, Self-motivated and goal-oriented, Ability to manage a territory and prioritize accounts, Professional presentation and customer service skills, Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally.
Store Manager
Elder's Ace Hardware
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Led overall store operations, ensuring achievement of sales targets and excellent customer service.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated with vendors for timely procurement.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve store profitability and operational efficiency.
- Supervised and motivated staff to deliver high-quality service and meet performance goals.
Assistant Manager
Elder's Ace Hardware
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised and trained a team of employees, providing guidance and support to maximize productivity.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
- Implemented new scheduling system that optimized staff allocation and reduced labor costs.
- Collaborated with the manager to develop strategies for achieving sales targets and improving customer satisfaction.
- Assumed managerial responsibilities in the absence of the manager, overseeing all aspects of operations.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable procurement terms.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and implement strategies for improvement.
Journeyman Electrician
Michaels Electric LLC
Chattanooga
03.2015 - 11.2021
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to plan and implement electrical wiring layouts.
- Upgraded existing electrical systems to meet current standards and improve energy efficiency.
- Replaced faulty or outdated electrical components to restore functionality and enhance safety.
- Upgraded electrical systems to comply with current standards, ensuring safety and promoting energy efficiency.
Education
Electrical -
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TNBiology -
Ringgold High School
Ringgold, GASkills
- Low Voltage Energy storage systems
- Sales tools
- Lighting fixture installation
- Relationship building
- Sales techniques
- Electrical maintenance
- Electrical system testing
- POS systems
- Residential construction
- Instrumentation design
- Vendor management
- Microsoft Outlook
- Supplier management
- Territory management
- Electrical diagram interpretation
- Technical specifications
- Energy solutions
- Sales strategies
- Industrial mechanic experience
- Cross-functional collaboration
- PLC networking
- PLC troubleshooting
- Service industry knowledge
- Store management
- Parts drawings
- Computer networking
- Industrial maintenance
- Record keeping
- Electrical schematics reading
- Industrial equipment installation
- Schematics
- Electrical blueprint reading
- Maintenance
- Construction industry experience
- Equipment calibration
- Construction Management
- Cutting tools
- Mechanical repair
- Grinding tools
- Training development
- Collaborative technology platforms
- Loss prevention
- Micrometer
- Interval training instruction
- Conduit benders
- Shop drawing preparation
- Electrical panel installation
- Preventative maintenance
- Factory Electrical troubleshooting
- Routine inspections
- Maintenance painting
- Warehouse experience
- Tooling
- Landscaping
- Project management
- Materials handling
- Commissioning phase involvement
- Facilities equipment maintenance
- Telecommunication
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Property maintenance
- Relationship management
- Commercial construction
- Complaint resolution
- Analysis skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Shop math
- Integrity
- Cost management
- Instructor-led training
- Electrical metering
- Financial report interpretation
- HVAC system installation
- ProCore
- HVAC system maintenance
- Office experience
- Stakeholder relationship building
- Cost control
- Technical Proficiency
- Equipment testing
- Carpentry repair tasks
- Technical troubleshooting support
- Customer support
- Energy efficiency
- Fabrication repair techniques
- Growing experience
- Phone communication
- Proposal review
- Electrical schematic reading
- Discord
- Electrical Experience
- Google Drive
- Electrical safety procedures
- Company vehicle operation
- Recruitment process management
- System administration
- NFPA 70E electrical safety protocols
- Mechanical systems repair
- Client engagement
- Budget preparation
- Occupational safety audits
- Project team coordination
- Strategic planning
- Fire safety procedures
- Product sales
- POS
- Sales logistics
- Customer engagement
- DOT regulations
- Relationship selling
- Satisfaction tracking
- HIIT
- Budget management
- B2B sales
- Industrial controls
- Productivity software
- Computer skills
- Technical solutions
- Training
- Sales team management
- Pipe threaders
- Spreadsheets
- Contract negotiation
- Inventory management
- Employee training
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Critical thinking
- Product and service sales
- Goal setting
- Customer service
- Product promotions
- Customer retention abilities
- Client engagement
- Contact follow-up
- Product management
- Negotiation tactics
- Field sales
Certification
- Journeyman Electrician, 04/21, Present
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Non-CDL Class C
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Service Sales Representative
Cintas
09.2025 - Current
Store Manager
Elder's Ace Hardware
09.2023 - 09.2025
Assistant Manager
Elder's Ace Hardware
12.2021 - 09.2023
Journeyman Electrician
Michaels Electric LLC
03.2015 - 11.2021
Electrical -
Chattanooga State Community College
Biology -
Ringgold High School