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Antonio Marinelli

Cutler Bay,FL

Summary

Experienced Automotive Service Leader | Industrial Engineer | Customer-Centric Operations Manager

Industrial Engineer with postgraduate studies in Business Management and extensive experience in the automotive industry, specializing in customer service, fixed operations, and team leadership. I bring a results-driven mindset, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

I am known for my high sense of responsibility, leadership, and strategic vision. Throughout my career, I have successfully led teams toward achieving service, sales, and profit objectives by fostering a collaborative work environment, maintaining high customer satisfaction standards, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Key competencies include:

  • Controlling operational costs, increasing customer loyalty, and enhancing employee engagement.
  • Building strong customer relationships by providing exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring satisfaction at every touchpoint.
  • Keeping up-to-date with manufacturer policies and warranty procedures, acting as a liaison with factory representatives, and ensuring compliance across all service operations.
  • Coaching and motivating technicians to maintain technical proficiency through continuous training on emerging automotive systems and technologies.
  • Maintaining a safe, organized, and productive work environment, in coordination with lead technicians and service personnel.
  • Conducting detailed vehicle walk arounds, accurately documenting customer concerns, and following up on declined services to ensure long-term retention and trust.
  • Driving continuous improvement by analyzing key performance indicators, streamlining processes, and promoting best practices in customer service and operational performance.

My analytical mindset allows me to identify areas for improvement and implement cost-effective solutions, while my customer-focused approach ensures a consistent, high-quality experience that aligns with both dealership goals and manufacturer standards. Seasoned Service Manager bringing 20 years of automotive experience. Proficient in business practices, standards of operation and customer needs. Empowering leader with passion for developing teams with focus on exceptional service delivery and customer retention.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Manager

Brickell Mazda and Brickell Buick GMC
11.2023 - Current
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering strong client relationships through personalized service and frequent follow-ups to ensure satisfaction.
  • Implemented strategies to increase customer service satisfaction ratings.
  • Increased overall revenue by upselling additional services and products during routine maintenance visits.
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by implementing streamlined service processes and staff training programs.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to reduce costs and increase efficiency in the service department.
  • Streamlined scheduling procedures, optimizing technician deployment to maximize productivity and minimize client wait times.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to address complex customer issues, facilitating better communication and collaboration between teams.
  • Continuously reviewed service offerings to identify areas for improvement or expansion based on market trends or customer feedback.
  • Enhanced team morale through regular recognition of exceptional performance and organizing team-building events.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
  • Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop comprehensive service packages tailored to individual client needs.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying current on relevant updates and adjusting company policies accordingly.
  • Implemented customer feedback system to gather insights and identify areas for service improvement.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging staff to suggest and implement process enhancements.
  • Improved operational efficiency by redesigning service area layout for better workflow and customer experience.
  • Increased team productivity with introduction of new performance management system, focusing on individual strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Led team to enhance customer service quality, resulting in significant improvement in customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Service Manager

Brickell Mazda
03.2020 - Current

Controlling costs, building a loyal customers, maintaining good employee relations, setting
and obtaining sales and profit objectives and maintaining service records. Additionally, they
must satisfy service concerns of all customers, ensure that service is performed at the highest
level and operate the department profitably.
• Keeping up-to-date on manufacturer warranty and policy procedures while serving as a
liaison with the factory representatives.
• Maintaining the highest Customer Service Index (CSI) rating from customers by handling
customer complaints immediately and according to dealership policy.
• Greet customers and assist with any inquiries they may have
• Perform vehicle walk around and documentation of customer concerns to enable the Head
Mechanic/Technician to properly diagnose and service the vehicle
• Ensures that service is performed at the highest level
• Document declines for services and ask for follow-up on future service considerations
• Generates repeat customers and provides resolutions of customer complaints.
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether phone or in person, to assure the
customer does not get mishandled.
• Spend quality time building relationship with the customer.
• Know the product well enough to answer characteristic and operational questions regarding
the customer's vehicle.
• Encouraging technicians to keep their skills up-to-date through periodic technical training on
new systems and components offered by the automotive manufacturers.
• Coordinates with Head Mechanic to ensure a safe working environment and that equipment
is properly maintained and repaired.
• Working with and getting co-workers to work together to accomplish tasks

Service Advisor

Doral Lincoln
06.2016 - 02.2020
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs, recommending appropriate services to customers.
  • Coordinated effectively with technicians and management staff, ensuring seamless communication throughout the entire service process.
  • Increased repeat business, establishing rapport and trust with customers through attentive listening and clear communication.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed, ensuring accuracy in billing and warranty claims processing.
  • Assisted in training new Service Advisors, sharing best practices for effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborated with parts department to expedite necessary repairs, minimizing downtime for customers'' vehicles.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate service recommendations.
  • Supported overall team success by assisting coworkers with complex customer inquiries and providing backup during peak periods.
  • Reduced wait times with efficient coordination of service tasks among technicians.

Education

MBA -

Universidad Metropolitana
Caracas -Venezuela
07-2011

High School Diploma -

Colegio La Salle La Colina
Caracas - Venezuela
06-2006

GED -

Universidad Santa Maria
Caracas- Venezuela
02-2002

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Team leadership
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Employee training and development
  • Customer service management
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal oriented
  • Workflow management
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Trustworthy and honest
  • Employee relations
  • KPI monitoring
  • Workplace safety
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Operational efficiency
  • Staff motivation
  • New employee hiring
  • Goal setting
  • Cost estimates
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Quality control

Certification

Service Manager Certification GM

Service Manager Certification Mazda

Chris Collins Service Manager / Top Dog

Xtime University

Verasuite / KPI

Diplomado Avanzado en Gerencia Internacional
Diplomado Avanzado en Gerencia de Produccion

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Service Manager

Brickell Mazda and Brickell Buick GMC
11.2023 - Current

Service Manager

Brickell Mazda
03.2020 - Current

Service Advisor

Doral Lincoln
06.2016 - 02.2020

MBA -

Universidad Metropolitana

High School Diploma -

Colegio La Salle La Colina

GED -

Universidad Santa Maria