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Bentley Mixon

Pine Mountain,GA

Summary

A challenging Finance Manager position that will capitalize on my acquired skills and experience. Highlights Seasoned Professional, with over 25 years of Automotive Sales experience while working over 14 years in Finance dept. while having record breaking numbers in a 45 year old store and possess the necessary skills to effectively drive business growth, capitalize on new revenue potential. and manage all aspects of daily business operations. I am constantly learning every day and am willing to learn new techniques and share the techniques I already know to help others grow in the business.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Finance Manager

Nissan Of Lagrange
Lagrange , GA
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed financial strategies to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Managed budgeting processes and ensured adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Analyzed financial reports to identify trends and recommend improvements.

Automotive Finance Manager

LaGrange Toyota
Lagrange, Ga.
12.2017 - Current
  • Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
  • Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
  • Promoted finance products to customers and sales force to increase penetration.
  • Strategized on fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions.
  • Review CIT’s to get deals funded in a timely manor.
  • Have great relationship with banks and buyers.
  • Identified valuable solutions for customers with credit problems.
  • Reviewed loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies.
  • Reviewed client documentation and contracts for discrepancies and mistakes.
  • Analyzed actual financial results vs budget to prepare variance reporting to functional groups.

Automotive Finance Manager/Sales Associate

Kia Autosport Of Columbus
Columbus, GA
03.2011 - 12.2017
  • Helped customers make decisions about loans and lines of credit based on availability, terms and benefits.
  • Identified valuable solutions for customers with credit problems.
  • Developed loan contracts and explained contract terms to clients.
  • Assessed feasibility of loan approval by reviewing financial histories, available credit and current employment.
  • Met with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and answer questions about processes.

Sales Professional

Jay Auto Mall
Columbus, GA
09.2006 - 09.2011

Sales oro

  • Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
  • Presented products and services to prospective and existing customers to meet client needs.
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Monitored customer order process and addressed customer issues.
  • Followed-up with clients after installations to assess quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Used CRM database to track referral and appointment data.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Improved overall customer purchasing experiences to promote steady revenue.

Sales Professional

Bill Heard Chevrolet
Columbus, GA
10.1999 - 06.2006
  • Answered customer questions, shared product knowledge and researched pricing and availability.
  • Identified and approached potential customers by generating leads, setting appointments and conducting site visits.
  • Gained customer base by identifying needs to deliver relevant product solutions that achieve client needs.
  • Explained differences between models to clients, comparing and discussing capabilities and features.
  • Greeted customers at arrival to build positive relationships and discuss vehicles.
  • Responded to inquiries from potential customers via email and telephone.
  • Collaborated with prospective customers over phone and email to schedule sales appointments.
  • Showcased vehicle features and took customers on test drives in local area.
  • Educated customers about sales processes, warranty requirements and service standards.
  • Analyzed customer needs to make suitable product recommendations and demonstrations.
  • Consistently exceeded quotas by pursuing and closing sales.

Education

Finance Manager

JM&A Finance School
Atlanta, GA
04.2015

High School Diploma -

Hardaway High School
Columbus, GA
06.1996

Business

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA

Skills

  • Cleanliness of paperwork and office space
  • Well above average PVR and product count
  • Ability to think outside the box
  • Closing customers
  • Increasing bottom line
  • Keeping CIT’s at a minimum
  • Helping team if they are down
  • Great attitude with strong mindset
  • Punctual
  • Product knowledge
  • Financial Management
  • KPI Management
  • Insurance Products
  • PPE Use
  • Microsoft Office
  • Structuring deals making sure LTV is correct and in line
  • Dealer Track & Route One
  • Elead’s & Vin Solutions
  • Managing Sales Professionals

Timeline

Automotive Finance Manager

Nissan Of Lagrange
08.2024 - Current

Automotive Finance Manager

LaGrange Toyota
12.2017 - Current

Automotive Finance Manager/Sales Associate

Kia Autosport Of Columbus
03.2011 - 12.2017

Sales Professional

Jay Auto Mall
09.2006 - 09.2011

Sales Professional

Bill Heard Chevrolet
10.1999 - 06.2006

Finance Manager

JM&A Finance School

High School Diploma -

Hardaway High School

Business

Columbus State University
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