Stephanie I. Schlis
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Stephanie I. Schlis

Account Manager
CTS Distributing Inc
July 2017 � Present
Aspen, CO
- In-company transfer from Colorado Springs to cover the premier Aspen territory for CTS in 2018
- Rebuilt company and supplier relationships with buyers off premise, and sommeliers on premise
- Acquired new business in a highly competitive restaurant and resort environment
- Consulted with F&Bs in Aspen to implement beverage programs suitable for their needs
- Managed distributor events, product delivery, and product return for FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen
- Increased sales in designated territory by 48% YTD
- Resolved delinquent accounts receivables by establishing efficient means of collecting payments necessary
- Increased sales in designated territory by 48% YTD
- Resolved delinquent accounts receivables by establishing efficient means of collecting payments necessary


Account Manager
CTS Distributing Inc
Aug 2017 � May 2018
Colorado Springs & Pueblo, CO
- Established consistency and strong relationships with buyers and management both on and off premise
- Launched on premise distribution for CTS in downtown Colorado Springs
- Conducted on premise staff trainings, and personally created menus to ensure placement success
- Developed strong point-of-sale products for off premise accounts
- Increased sales in designated territory by at least 30% from 2017-2018
- Quickly became familiar with and learned to navigate a family-plan pricing book of 1,500 products
- Managed accounts receivable for the territory


Sales Consultant
Coaltrain Fine Wine, Craft Beer, & Spirits
May 2015 � Aug 2017
Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Placed special orders, filled inventory gaps, and continuously tasted and evaluated products with buyers
- Maintained relationships and communication between various alcohol distributors and the store
- Lead receiving of product, and added new SKUs to inventory when necessary
- Planned large event and party orders and provided estimates for amount of product necessary
- Represented the Coaltrain Brand at various events, festivals, and fundraisers


Bartender/Server
Brewer's Republic
Apr 2014 � Mar 2016
112 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO
- Provided knowledge of 20+ domestic and import craft taps in addition to an extensive bottle list, and developed a great understanding of allocated, rare, and niche products.
- Facilitated an atmosphere of passion and excitement for craft beer among both new and established patrons
- Worked various events and tap takeovers, ran raffles and giveaways


Server
The Craftwood Inn
Jun 2013 � Mar 2014
404 El Paso Blvd., Manitou Springs, CO
- Provided four-star dining service to 5-6 tables as an a la carte server, and served large parties as a banquet server. Also acted as bartender for tables in relevant sections.
- Offered extensive knowledge and wine parings of the Craftwood Inn's menu, which specialized in wild game.