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Austin Meszaros

Atlanta,GA

Summary

A proven leader in operational excellence, I leveraged data analysis and organizational management at Alfa Romeo to drive a 50% MoM growth in new car sales and realize $120k in annual savings. I used this same approach to double Fixed Operations net revenue. Skilled in marketing and financial management, I consistently exceeded profit goals, showcasing a results-driven approach and a knack for business development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Alfa Romeo of Marietta
04.2024 - Current
  • Oversee and manage advertising budget in excess of $200k per year
  • Implemented new marketing strategy that has seen consistent MoM growth of 50% in new car sales
  • Designed and implemented new website
  • Optimized fixed expenses and realized $120k in annualized savings
  • Oversee hiring of dealer personnel
  • Manage inventory, sales, and finance teams

Service Manager

Alfa Romeo of Marietta
04.2023 - 03.2024
  • In 11 months, increased Fixed Operations net profits from $80,000 per month to $150,000 per month
  • Ran front end of Service Department, adhering to SLA's and managing technician dispatch
  • Balanced Repair Orders and ensured all monies were received
  • Developed and implemented training workbook for new hires

Finance Manager

EchoPark Automotive
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Led and managed a team of 10 sales consultants
  • Personally worked and managed deals in excess of $100,000 in net profits per month
  • In 18 months, submitted >700 deal packages and stipulations to finance institutions with 0 returned contracts
  • Negotiated with financial lenders to secure financing and increase net profits
  • Ran weekly training sessions to bolster the skills of our sales consultants

Sales, Guest Experience

EchoPark Automotive
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Consistent performer, frequently delivering net profits in excess of $45,000 per month to the store
  • Managed a sales pipeline that averaged 150 clients
  • Employed high-level sales process to understand client concerns and deliver solution
  • Maintained a CSI (customer service) score well above industry standards

Strategic Development Manager

Granite Telecommunications
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Built and presented business plans that would overhaul IT infrastructure for multi-location businesses, including certain Fortune 500 companies and MNC's
  • Managed a client base of 250 that spanned three states
  • Consistent travel to territories to align with C-Level executives

Various

CarMax
07.2015 - 05.2019

While completing my undergraduate degree, I held many positions within CarMax and its financing arm, CarMax Auto Finance, that included sales, administration, and facility management. I was promoted 5 times in 4 years with the company, and when I left I held the highest position possible for a part-time employee and was one of the pioneers of the Mentor Program.

Education

Master of Arts - Global Security (Cybersecurity)

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2022

Master of Science - Political Science

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
05.2019

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Marketing
  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Organizational Management

Timeline

Operations Manager

Alfa Romeo of Marietta
04.2024 - Current

Service Manager

Alfa Romeo of Marietta
04.2023 - 03.2024

Finance Manager

EchoPark Automotive
11.2021 - 04.2023

Sales, Guest Experience

EchoPark Automotive
11.2020 - 11.2021

Strategic Development Manager

Granite Telecommunications
06.2019 - 11.2020

Various

CarMax
07.2015 - 05.2019

Master of Arts - Global Security (Cybersecurity)

Arizona State University

Master of Science - Political Science

Kennesaw State University
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