Barry Barnett
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Skilled professional in customer relationship management and sales strategy development. Proven record of enhancing automotive paint sales and ensuring client satisfaction through strategic communication and adept problem-solving. Dynamic automotive specialist with a strong background in technical training and client education. Demonstrated success in managing customer inquiries and resolving issues, contributing to enhanced client relationships and increased sales in the automotive refinishing sector. Seasoned professional bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over several years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to successful operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized individual with defensive driving expertise.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
08.2023 - Current
- Automotive paint and body repair for vehicle restoration.
Outside Sales Representative & Tech Services
Tasco Auto Color
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2012 - 07.2023
- Established strong client relationships to assess automotive paint requirements.
- Educated customers on product features and applications for effective utilization.
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, ensuring high satisfaction.
- Analyzed market trends to identify sales opportunities and align with client needs.
- Conducted follow-ups post-sale to confirm satisfaction and address concerns.
- Performed shop visits to evaluate needs, demonstrate products, and recommend tailored solutions.
- Technical training and color specialist.
Account Management & Tech Services
Auto Color Supply
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
01.2003 - 12.2011
- Fostered strong client connections driving sales of automotive refinishing products to local autobody shops.
- Provided technical training to educate customers on product benefits and applications.
- Managed customer inquiries, promptly resolving issues via phone and on-site visits.
Production Supervisor
Distribution Auto Services
Smyrna, Tennessee
1990 - 2003
- Supervised 23 employees to enhance departmental performance.
- Managed automotive body, parts, and paint department operations.
- Conducted quality control measures to ensure product standards.
- Oversaw budgeting processes to maintain financial efficiency.
- Executed ordering of materials to meet production demands.
- Ensured compliance management and performance standards across operations.
Skills
- Vehicle restoration
- Customer relationship management
- Automotive paint specialist
- Fleet service specialist
- Sales strategy development
- Paintless dent repair (PDR)
- PPG automotive paint certification
- PPG fleet paint certification
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
08.2023 - Current
Outside Sales Representative & Tech Services
Tasco Auto Color
01.2012 - 07.2023
Account Management & Tech Services
Auto Color Supply
01.2003 - 12.2011
Production Supervisor
Distribution Auto Services
1990 - 2003