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Arthur Miller

Arthur Miller

Clearwater,FL

Summary

Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at Pinellas Pizzeria, excelling in customer relations and strategic planning. Successfully increased customer satisfaction and repeat business through exceptional service and effective marketing strategies. Skilled in sales leadership and employee development, fostering high-performing teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Pinellas Pizzeria
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Automotive Sales Consultant

Brunswick Auto Mart
04.2006 - 05.2023
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to better serve customers.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Built rapport with potential buyers through active listening skills, resulting in increased trust and successful sales closures.
  • Worked closely with service department to ensure client satisfaction after purchase and during maintenance visits.
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
  • Facilitated smooth trade-in processes by appraising used cars accurately and negotiating fair values.
  • Streamlined sales process with efficient organization of client information and follow-up communications.
  • Increased dealership revenue through effective negotiation and closing techniques.
  • Collaborated with management to develop sales strategies and achieve monthly targets.
  • Provided comprehensive product demonstrations, highlighting key vehicle features and benefits.
  • Assisted clients in financing options, arranging test drives, and completing necessary paperwork for purchases.
  • Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.

Automobile Sales Manager

Daurghty Chevrolet
01.2000 - 04.2006
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.

Student

University of Akron
05.1988 - 05.2000
  • Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
  • Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.

Sales Associate

LKQ Corporation Inc.
07.1992 - 01.2000
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.

E5 Sergeant

United States Air Force, USAF
06.1984 - 11.1988

Fulfilled military obligations with high distinction.

Education

Sales, Marketing - Marketing Management And Research

University of Akron
Akron, OH
05.1988

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Business management
  • Business planning
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff hiring
  • Business development
  • Sales leadership
  • Employee development
  • Product branding
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Sales strategy development
  • Competitive analysis
  • Sales oversight
  • Hiring and staffing

Timeline

Owner

Pinellas Pizzeria
05.2023 - Current

Automotive Sales Consultant

Brunswick Auto Mart
04.2006 - 05.2023

Automobile Sales Manager

Daurghty Chevrolet
01.2000 - 04.2006

Sales Associate

LKQ Corporation Inc.
07.1992 - 01.2000

Student

University of Akron
05.1988 - 05.2000

E5 Sergeant

United States Air Force, USAF
06.1984 - 11.1988

Sales, Marketing - Marketing Management And Research

University of Akron
Arthur Miller