Anthony Goodson
Akron,OH
Summary
Established Finance Director and Sales Manager with experience managing support and assessing financial needs. Versatile professional recognized by peers for my effective creative thinking and critical thinking skills. Looking to apply my experience with Loan Processing and Compliance Monitoring in your organization. Adaptable professional with 5+ years of work experience and proven knowledge of leadership, problem-solving, and prioritization. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the role at your company.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
General Sales Manager
Ken Ganley VW of Willoughby hills
Willoughby, OH
11.2024 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet monthly revenue targets.
- Analyzed market trends and customer preferences to adjust sales tactics.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the sales team to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted research to identify new sources of revenue and cost savings opportunities.
- Promoted finance products to customers and sales force to increase penetration.
- Supervised and mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Negotiated terms with banks and other financial institutions to secure financing and optimize terms.
Finance Director/Sales Manager
Infiniti of Beachwood/Infiniti of Akron
Beachwood, OH
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Identified and implemented changes to improve operational decision-making.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement among finance staff members through mentoring and training initiatives.
- Analyzed financial data to provide insights into the organization's performance, identify areas of improvement, and recommend solutions.
- Developed long-term strategic plans that aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Mentored high-performing team members by instilling best practices across finance.
- Managed and maintained relationships with financial institutions, including banks and lenders, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
- Recruited staff members and oversaw training programs.
- Appraised vehicles
- Structured deals and closed on the front and back.
- Monitored and maintained CIT's to a minimum number of days.
- Purchased inventory
- Proficient with DMS and CDK
Desk Manager/F&I Manager
Volkswagen of Streetsboro
Streetsboro, OH
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted monthly meetings to create business plans to drive successful monthly business.
- Identified operational process inefficiencies to recommend necessary improvements.
F&I Manager
Auto Nation Ford North Canton
North Canton, OH
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Maintained frequent interaction with senior management to measure goal achievement and determine areas of improvement.
- Proactively addressed customer inquiries and complaints, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive customer experience.
- Organized daily workloads for each employee, maximizing efficiency while meeting all deadlines.
Sales Associate
Fred Martin Superstore
Barberton, OH
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Estimated and quoted trade-in allowances.
- Sold Inventory, completed contracts, and arranged for delivery.
- Employed persuasive sales techniques to close deals while adhering to company standards for profitability.
- Utilized active listening techniques to identify customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases and suggested relevant items.
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure customer satisfaction.
Project manager
Protech
Akron, OH
12.2009 - 03.2017
- Helped customers find and select products.
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, resolving customer complaints efficiently and courteously.
- Engaged with guests to understand and anticipate customer service needs.
- Established a positive rapport with customers by delivering friendly, personalized service.
Sales Associate
Ebsco
Cuyahoga Falls
02.2007 - 12.2009
- Built relationships with potential customers by providing helpful advice on product selection.
- Developed an in-depth understanding of the product line and was able to effectively communicate features and benefits to customers.
- Drove sales through customer relationship building and suggestive selling techniques.
Skills
- Profitability Analysis
- Business Process Improvement
- Financial Systems Implementation
- Contract Negotiation
References
- Jacob Gulachek, Variable Operations Director, Infiniti Of Beachwood, (330) 241-9477, jgulachek@infinitiofbeachwood.com
- Tim Roussell, COO, Infiniti Of Beachwood, (910) 850-3995, Troussell@jdscompanies.com
Timeline
General Sales Manager
Ken Ganley VW of Willoughby hills
11.2024 - 12.2025
Finance Director/Sales Manager
Infiniti of Beachwood/Infiniti of Akron
06.2023 - 11.2024
Desk Manager/F&I Manager
Volkswagen of Streetsboro
10.2022 - 06.2023
F&I Manager
Auto Nation Ford North Canton
01.2020 - 10.2022
Sales Associate
Fred Martin Superstore
03.2017 - 01.2020
Project manager
Protech
12.2009 - 03.2017
Sales Associate
Ebsco
02.2007 - 12.2009