Robert (Bob) Hear has extensive work experience in sales and management roles. Robert (Bob) is currently working as a Regional Sales Manager at Coast of Maine Organic Products, Inc. In this role, they oversee sales operations in the IN, OH, IL, KY, and MI regions.
Prior to this, Bob worked as a Regional Sales Manager at Dr. Earth, Inc. for one year. Robert (Bob) successfully recaptured lost business and brought back several top garden centers in their region.
Before that, Bob spent three years as a Territory Sales Manager at Bonide. Robert (Bob) excelled in cold calling and business development, closing over 50 new accounts. Robert (Bob) also worked closely with the distributor sales force to train them on Bonide products and find new customers.
Earlier in their career, Bob worked as an Outside Sales Representative at Bailey Tools and Safety, where they focused on selling tools and safety equipment to construction and industrial contractors. Robert (Bob) successfully negotiated pricing and developed new business.
Bob also has experience as an Operations Manager/Owner at R.E.O. Property Preservation. In this role, they trained and supervised a team of employees to maintain and clean foreclosed properties. Robert (Bob) was also responsible for business development and client relationship management.
Additionally, Bob has a background in the beverage industry. Robert (Bob) worked as a Central Division Spirit Sales Manager at National Wine and Spirits, where they hired and supervised sales representatives and worked on advertising and marketing initiatives. Robert (Bob) later served as a Central Division Wine Sales Manager, overseeing a team and assisting with sales calls and presentations. Earlier in their career, Bob worked as a Southern Division Sales Representative, focusing on selling displays of wine and other products to grocery stores, liquor stores, bars, and restaurants.
Overall, Bob Hear has a strong track record of sales success, business development, and client relationship management.
Bob Hear attended Vincennes University from 1991 to 1993, where they obtained their Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management, General. Robert (Bob) then pursued their Bachelor's degree in Communication at Indiana State University from 1993 to 1997.
April, 2021 - present
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