Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Autopart International, enhancing team performance and driving sales. Achieving consistent year-over-year business growth. Skilled in customer retention and bilingual plus one communication (English, Spanish, Portuguese), adept at fostering client loyalty and spearheading strategic solutions. Passionate for success, not only for myself, but for my team. If my team is successful, it means we are all winning.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Autopart InternationalAutopart International
Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Enhanced productivity by guiding team members.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Scheduled employees for shifts
Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives
Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity. and personal growth
Encouraged continuous improvements that enhanced operational performance in the store
Managed comprehensive sales efforts by the team to exceed sales targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-term sales planning
Parts Associate
Atlantic Toyota
10.2019 - 02.2021
Maintained clean parts showroom and sold parts both retail and to the service department
Outside Sales Representative
Autopart International
01.2013 - 01.2019
Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
Assistant Service Manager
Pep Boys
06.2004 - 10.2009
Communicated with customers to discuss service needs and effective and practical solutions.
Communicated with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving service-related concerns promptly and professionally.
Managed a team of technicians to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks and high-quality workmanship.
Maintained tire warehouse and kept inventory
Coordinated schedules and assigned work orders to maximize productivity within the service department.
Followed up with customers during and after installations to verify satisfaction.