Matthew Gutowski
Regional Field Representative · Apparel, PING
Louisville, COIn My Own Words
Proud husband and father. Driven, passionate, positive leader. Dynamic professional with proven results.
Work Experience
Regional Field Representative
Apparel, PING2016 – 2019
Increased sales and distribution through business planning, analysis, and productive relationships for over 200 accounts in the Colorado, Utah and Hawaii markets • Exhibited deep understanding of merchandising principals, leading sell-in discussions to ultimately increase market share and retail sell-through • Tracked and forecasted detailed sales numbers by category for each account utilizing sales reports and personalized Excel templates
Sr. Sales Representative
Nike Inc2015 – 2016
• Transformed premier green grass and off course facilities into Nike brand partners with full product line support • Displayed high levels of communication to function efficiently within a dynamic, fast-paced business environment • Hired and managed a team of four equipment specialists who executed demo events and tournament experiences • Adapted to corporate strategy changes including selling an additional category and a new customer base
Territory Sales Manager
Nike Inc2011 – 2015
• 2014 footwear/equipment sales representative of the year • Prepared and delivered persuasive sales presentations to over 150 accounts in the Virginia market • Utilized available sales programs to leverage opportunities and drive revenue growth • Managed golf sales nationally for the US Navy Exchange, achieving double digit growth yearly • Consistently exceeded sales goals, increasing total territory volume by 29%
Customer Service Account Manager
Nike Inc2007 – 2011
• Placed and managed sales orders through SAP for over 600 accounts in the East Region • Articulated features of product lines to create appeal and increase sales daily through phone calls and email • Built meaningful relationships with sales reps and accounts through consistent service and communication
