John Vukovich
Evansville
Summary
U.S. Navy Veteran bringing discipline and accountability to results-driven sales teams with a proven track record in strategic sales and key account growth. Experienced in contract negotiation and relationship management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Ritz Safety
Evansville
11.2024 - Current
- New business growth and expansion of the market by developing and executing strategic sales across industrial, construction, and manufacturing accounts.
- Led product demonstrations, safety assessments, and end-user education to support safety solutions.
- Monitored market trends, competitive activity, and customer feedback to refine sales strategies, and uncover new growth opportunities.
Key Account Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
Evansville
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Managed and grew strategic accounts by providing solutions across safety, PPE, first aid, fire protection, and facility services.
- Led contract renewals, pricing discussions, and service reviews, contributing to increased account sales and growth.
- Served as the primary point of contact for enterprise and multi-location customers, ensuring contract compliance, service consistency, and customer retention.
Service Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
Evansville
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed daily operations of uniform and facility service teams.
- Mentored staff to enhance performance and improve customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed customer feedback to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers
Sales Representative
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
Evansville
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Presented product offerings tailored to customer specifications and requirements.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new clients.
Catalog Sales Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
Evansville
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed training programs for new sales representatives.
- Built strong relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
Education
Submarine Machinist Mate Weapons/Scuba Diver
U.S Navy
Groton, CT10-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, INSkills
- Solution-driven problem solving
- Key account and portfolio growth
- Product education and in-service training
- Strategic and value-based selling
- Customer relationship management
- Pricing, contracting, and renewal negotiations
Affiliations
Veterans OverWatch (Non-Profit): Board Member
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Ritz Safety
11.2024 - Current
Key Account Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
05.2022 - 11.2024
Service Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
06.2020 - 05.2022
Sales Representative
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
06.2019 - 06.2020
Catalog Sales Manager
CINTAS, Professional Uniform and Facility Services
04.2018 - 06.2019
Submarine Machinist Mate Weapons/Scuba Diver
U.S Navy
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana