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Alison Stephens

Katy,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable bilingual candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities with experience in both Variable and Fixed Ops.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

F&I Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2023.11 - 2024.01
  • Improved customer satisfaction by effectively explaining financing options and ensuring a transparent process.
  • Enhanced dealership profitability through the successful sale of finance and insurance products.
  • Collaborated with sales team to maximize revenue opportunities while maintaining high levels of customer service.
  • Maintained strict adherence to state laws regarding consumer disclosures and regulatory compliance practices throughout all transactions conducted within the F&I department.
  • Completed, reviewed and processed paperwork to finalize sales.

Automotive Service Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2021.04 - 2023.11
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and streamlining communication between technicians, service advisors and customers.
  • Managed a team of 65 automotive technicians ensuring adherence to Toyota quality standards through continued growth and training.
  • Monitored inventory levels of shop supplies, minimizing stockouts while also reducing overhead costs.
  • Consistently exceeded monthly performance targets set by upper management in terms of revenue generation maintaining customer paid labor in excess of $750,000 per month.
  • Served as a liaison between customers and warranty companies when necessary to facilitate claim processing and ensured all Toyota Warranty claims were completed to strict standards to ensure approval.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions immediately to insure customer retention and satisfaction.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees for all open positions in the Service Department.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by creating a "Reservation" program with focus on scheduling from daily shop capacity.
  • Established commodity driven daily sales goals via a "scratch off" bonus system for Service Advisors to maintain sales at the forefront of their day.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by acknowledging concerns, listening, and creating a win-win resolution when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention by implementing an open office policy and promoted work-life balance in schedules to show appreciation.

BDC Service Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2020.10 - 2021.04
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved time management and increased service appointments.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving service inquiries.
  • Supervised communications (email, telephone, and text) in a manner that aligned with the dealerships standards.
  • Created opportunities for revenue in creative ways and grew safety recall completions which drove warranty repair parts and labor revenue by 30% in one month
  • Implemented a bonus structure to BDC Service Agents which fostered friendly competition, increased outbound calls, and generated more business to the Service Department.
  • Monitored "missed opportunities" closely and strived to make sure those opportunities were recuperated.
  • Worked closely with our Parts department to secure parts were on order or "attached" to an appointment for customer ease and satisfaction.
  • Doubled the size of the department in 6-months.

Automotive Sales Consultant

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2019.10 - 2020.10
  • Increased dealership revenue through effective negotiation and closing techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
  • Placed in the top 10 on a team of 75 Sales Consultants every month due to high sales
  • Consistently sold 20 cars per month and maintained an exceptionally high closing ratio of 86%
  • Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify customer preferences and recommend appropriate vehicles.
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining features and benefits to customers that mattered to them.
  • Built strong trust relationships with every customer which allowed for ease of sale, in turn, generating repeat buyers and referrals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
12.2004

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Spanish

Timeline

F&I Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2023.11 - 2024.01

Automotive Service Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2021.04 - 2023.11

BDC Service Manager

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2020.10 - 2021.04

Automotive Sales Consultant

Don Mcgill Toyota Of Katy
2019.10 - 2020.10

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

University of North Texas
Alison Stephens