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Ali Ayala

West Valley City

Summary

Commercial Sales Manager at AutoZone with strong leadership and organizational capabilities. Specializes in automotive maintenance and process optimization, resulting in improved customer service and increased sales performance. Notable for converting customer complaints into positive feedback and building robust relationships while maintaining compliance with company standards. Focused on operational excellence and fostering team development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Sales Manager

AutoZone
North Salt Lake
02.2023 - Current

Supervise, train, and develop store personnel alongside Store Manager. Assume responsibility for store operations and Commercial department. Manage Commercial and Hub departments to ensure service delivery and account management. Delegate merchandising tasks to ensure timely completion. Enforce adherence to company policies and loss prevention procedures. Assist customers in locating merchandise and identifying suitable alternatives.

Provide performance feedback on AutoZoners to Store Manager. Resolve customer concerns effectively, transforming complaints into compliments.

Parts Sales Manager

AutoZone
Orlando
04.2021 - 01.2023

Operated cash registers, adhering to cash handling procedures for deposits and lane accountability. Monitored cash flow, inventory levels, and security measures to mitigate risks. Maintained sales productivity and merchandising standards while ensuring store appearance. Conducted thorough reviews of all opening and closing procedures for accuracy. Ensured safe working environment, promoting PPE practices among AutoZoners. Assisted in managing activities related to Risk and Safety Management protocols. Handled emergency situations, executing proper accident procedures effectively. Motivated AutoZoners to deliver exceptional customer service while enhancing sales performance.

Fabric Specialist

JoAnn Fabrics
Orlando
03.2020 - 06.2021

Greeted customers, utilizing company service model to address needs effectively. Asked open-ended questions to identify project requirements and guided customers to products. Engaged customers in discussions about projects while serving at cutting counter, cash register, and sales floor. Accurately stocked shelves according to planogram, maintaining high productivity and attention to detail. Ensured cleanliness and organization of sales floor by managing spills, returns, and shelf recovery. Proactively drove sales through product knowledge, suggestive selling, and strong customer relationships.

Retail Sales Associate

AutoZone
Orlando
10.2020 - 03.2021

Completed assigned store tasks promptly to ensure operational efficiency. Operated cash registers while adhering to established cash handling procedures. Followed company policies and loss prevention measures to mitigate risks. Maintained a safe working environment, including use of personal protective equipment. Ensured store appearance and merchandising standards were consistently upheld. Restocked merchandise and organized items in designated areas for easy access. Utilized systems to assist customers in locating products or finding suitable alternatives. Practiced company principles while assisting with installations of wiper blades, batteries, and lightbulbs.

Sales Administrator

Jackson Nurse Professionals
Orlando
05.2015 - 02.2019

Standardized spreadsheet formats to facilitate automation processes. Clarified medical terminology for software engineering team. Posted job orders on live job board to attract qualified candidates. Provided front desk coverage during receptionist's lunch hour.

Credential Specialist

Jackson Nurse Professionals
Orlando
03.2012 - 04.2015

Ensured compliance with Joint Commission requirements and company standards.
Interacted with external agencies for drug screenings, background checks, and employment verification.
Maintained confidentiality while tracing medical records.
Notified medical professionals of expiring documents and certifications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
08.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft 365 and Outlook
  • Adobe Sign and Acrobat
  • Clinical terminology
  • Automotive maintenance
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Data entry and record-keeping
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Leadership

Timeline

Commercial Sales Manager

AutoZone
02.2023 - Current

Parts Sales Manager

AutoZone
04.2021 - 01.2023

Retail Sales Associate

AutoZone
10.2020 - 03.2021

Fabric Specialist

JoAnn Fabrics
03.2020 - 06.2021

Sales Administrator

Jackson Nurse Professionals
05.2015 - 02.2019

Credential Specialist

Jackson Nurse Professionals
03.2012 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rollins College