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Work History
Education
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Barron Harris

Detroit

Summary

Ambitious, self-motivated sales executive with over 40 years of retail and automotive sales. Proven track record of transforming e-commerce prospects into in-store sales, consistently achieving sales targets. Demonstrates leadership that helps team members exceed individual goals, elevate customer service, and drive business growth. Seeking to advance into automotive or retail leadership with a respected company, delivering high-quality service and lasting client relationships.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

New Car Sales Consultant

Audi Rochester Hills
Rochester Hills
05.2024 - Current

Greeted customers warmly, and actively listened to understand their needs, applying a consultative sales process to match clients with the most suitable Audi models and trim levels.

Demonstrated vehicle features and technology, and clearly articulated options, packages, and total cost of ownership.

Achieved or exceeded monthly, quarterly targets for lead conversion, and overall showroom performance.

Coordinate with sales support, service, and delivery teams to ensure a smooth vehicle handover and timely delivery scheduling.

New Car Sales Consultant

Audi Birmingham
Birmingham
03.2015 - 05.2024
  • Demonstrate vehicle functionality, and stay ahead of product releases by researching and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of new Audi models, technology, and industry trends.
  • Conduct needs-based consultations to negotiate and close deals on both new and used vehicles, consistently aiming for maximum profitability and optimal gross margins.
  • Drive sales performance through proactive marketing of accessories, extended warranties, and added-value products to enhance customer satisfaction, and overall profitability.
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals; leverage CRM to track interactions, preferences, and pipeline status.
  • Ensure high standards of customer experience and CSI by aligning with Audi brand principles, addressing concerns promptly, and following up post-delivery.

New Car Sales Consultant

Suburban Audi
Farmington Hills
02.2013 - 03.2015
  • Lead showroom initiatives with marketing to execute promotions, events, and digital campaigns, expanding brand reach and generating qualified showroom traffic.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal, privacy, and dealership policies across the sales process, and maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready records.
  • Mentor junior sales team members on consultative selling, product knowledge, policy compliance, and customer-centric service.
  • Year-over-year sales growth for new and used vehicles.

Account Executive

PalatineTechnology Group
Woodland Hills
09.2010 - 02.2013
  • Software and integration specialist for law enforcement and judicial agencies. I provided the most advanced law enforcement technology, ranging from video visitation, electronic warrants, and evidence room solutions.
  • The position allowed me to travel and offer an array of advanced technology to the sheriff, police, prosecuting, and judicial agencies.
  • Attended law enforcement trade shows and led many states and counties in strategic budget-saving measures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales strategy
  • Market analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Product expertise
  • Staff training
  • Relationship building
  • Issue resolution
  • Email and telephone etiquette
  • Strong negotiation

Affiliations

  • Fashion pioneer
  • Retail buyer
  • Gym enthusiast

Accomplishments

Community Leadership Awardee

Retail Business Awardee

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

New Car Sales Consultant

Audi Rochester Hills
05.2024 - Current

New Car Sales Consultant

Audi Birmingham
03.2015 - 05.2024

New Car Sales Consultant

Suburban Audi
02.2013 - 03.2015

Account Executive

PalatineTechnology Group
09.2010 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Arts -

Henry Ford College
Barron Harris