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Anthony Cooper

Lakeland,FL

Summary

At Regal Automotive Group, I spearheaded operations, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction by integrating new technologies and streamlining service processes. My leadership boosted profitability and fostered a culture of teamwork and professional growth, achieving significant overhead cost reductions. Skilled in budget preparation and staff development, my approach emphasizes operational excellence and effective communication.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fixed Operations Director

Regal Automotive Group
08.2014 - Current
  • All 5 car lines had double digit increases every year for 10 years. Decrease expenses in every department. Parts, service and Collision center
  • Monitored financial performance through daily reports.
  • Teamed up with sales and parts specialists in project planning and deliveries to achieve on-time and within budget completion.
  • Spearheaded marketing initiatives to increase customer awareness of dealership services and promotions.
  • Introduced new technology solutions into daily workflows, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and streamlining communication between departments.
  • Reduced overhead costs without sacrificing quality through careful vendor selection and negotiation strategies.
  • Started New and Pre-owned car clinic by-monthly, introducing customers to our Service, Parts, Collision center teams. Review maintenance and car care procedures.
  • Created a positive workplace culture by promoting teamwork, open communication, and professional development opportunities among staff members.
  • Elevated employee retention rates by cultivating a supportive work environment that fostered professional growth.
  • Established strong relationships with manufacturers and vendors to negotiate favorable pricing on parts and services.
  • Provided staff training, coaching and mentoring to effectively implement best practices and new policies or programs.
  • Enhanced employee productivity by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and arranging relevant training programs.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Acura, Honda, Kia, GMC and Chevrolet certified.

Fixed Operations Director

Asbury Automotive Group DCJ&R
09.2001 - 08.2014
  • Enhanced employee productivity by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and arranging relevant training programs.
  • Improved repair order turnaround time by optimizing scheduling procedures for increased workflow efficiency.
  • Directed fixed operations of Number-member group, driving services excellence, implementation of new programs and attainment of sales objectives in alignment with market trends.
  • Ensured consistent, high-quality customer service by implementing standardized processes and performance expectations across the fixed operations team.
  • Collaborated with sales department to coordinate vehicle deliveries, trade-ins, and reconditioning efforts for maximum efficiency.
  • Boosted staff loyalty and reduced turnover with introduction of innovative programs.
  • Managed team of service advisors, technicians, and support staff for optimal performance in daily operations.
  • Maximized revenue potential by actively identifying up-sell opportunities during routine vehicle inspections.
  • Teamed up with sales and parts specialists in project planning and deliveries to achieve on-time and within budget completion.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and streamlining communication between departments.
  • Drove optimization of client experience, surpassing corporate objectives and delivering additional Number% business growth.
  • Ensured compliance with all industry regulations and manufacturer guidelines through diligent monitoring of procedures and documentation.
  • Introduced new technology solutions into daily workflows, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets and financial forecasts for fixed operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints promptly and professionally, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
  • Provided staff training, coaching and mentoring to effectively implement best practices and new policies or programs.
  • Created a positive workplace culture by promoting teamwork, open communication, and professional development opportunities among staff members.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify areas of improvement, implementing targeted action plans for continuous growth.
  • Elevated employee retention rates by cultivating a supportive work environment that fostered professional growth.
  • Monitored financial performance through daily reports.
  • Checked employee and resource utilization for each department.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Dodge Chrysler Jeep & Ram Certified.

Automotive Consultant

Self-employeed
09.1995 - 09.2001

Consulting services Sales, Service, parts and collision center.

Service Director

Gettel Automotive Group
09.1988 - 09.2004
  • This dealer was on the bottom 10 list for South East Toyota for several years. Within 6 months store was removed from the list and Won the Toyota presidents award 7 years in a row. Was appointed to the Toyota advisory board last 4 years with Toyota.
  • Led a team of service professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance performance and achieve objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to increase customer loyalty through exceptional service experiences, driving repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Introduced innovative solutions to streamline internal processes which resulted in enhanced overall efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Phycology

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
06.1988

Skills

  • Setting goals
  • Customer Relations
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Preparing budgets
  • Staff Development
  • Optimizing profitability
  • Developing managers
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Customer Service Management
  • Effective leader
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff training/development
  • Team building
  • Employee Motivation
  • Self Motivation

Certification

Toyota, Honda, Acura, Kia, GM and Chrysler certified

Timeline

Fixed Operations Director

Regal Automotive Group
08.2014 - Current

Fixed Operations Director

Asbury Automotive Group DCJ&R
09.2001 - 08.2014

Automotive Consultant

Self-employeed
09.1995 - 09.2001

Service Director

Gettel Automotive Group
09.1988 - 09.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Phycology

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Anthony Cooper