Open To Work
BRENDA ROBBINS
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Loan Specialist with expertise in data accuracy and security. Hardworking professional with over 15 years of assisting clients, scheduling payments and reviewing credit histories. Knowledgeable in all credit procedures. Talented Automotive Finance Manager with proven track record of providing financial services to clients while managing complex loan transactions. Possesses deep understanding of credit analysis, loan origination and closing. Offers great time management and task prioritization skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Finance Manager
Palm Beach Mitsubishi
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2025 - 07.2026
- Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and dealership policies.
- Develop and implement innovative financing strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and sales performance.
- Mentor finance team members, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in automotive financing.
- Collaborate with sales department to optimize vehicle pricing and financing packages for diverse clientele.
- Streamline loan processing procedures, reducing turnaround time while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Conduct regular audits of finance transactions to ensure integrity of financial records and reporting accuracy.
- Facilitate training sessions on finance products, enhancing team knowledge and improving customer service outcomes.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
- Optimized dealership revenue by identifying opportunities for additional product offerings such as extended warranties and insurance packages.
- Streamlined loan approval processes for enhanced customer experience and faster turnaround times.
Automotive Finance Manager
Autonation Chevrolet Greenacres
Greenacres City, FL
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed automotive financing processes, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
- Developed training programs for sales staff on finance products, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Streamlined loan approval workflows, reducing processing time and improving efficiency in financing operations.
- Analyzed financial data to develop strategic pricing models, optimizing profitability on vehicle sales and financing options.
- Led negotiations with financial institutions to secure favorable terms for dealership financing packages.
- Mentored junior finance team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the department.
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations and company policies regarding automotive financing transactions.
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
Automotive Finance Manager
HGreg Nissan/Grieco Nissan
Delray Beach, FL
12.2019 - 02.2024
- Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
- Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
Automotive Finance Manager
Momentum Auto Group
Fairfield, CA
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
Automotive Finance Manager
Hanford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Hanford, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
- Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Assessed loan portfolios for compliance with underwriting policies.
- Researched and updated industry knowledge on changing legislation and regulations.
- Established plans and payoffs for customers' loans, prioritizing control of overall costs.
Branch Manager/Dealer Relationship Manager
KINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
- Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
Skills
Risk management strategies
Interpersonal relations
Financial product knowledge
Effective communication
Contract preparation
Time management
Automotive industry knowledge
Customer relationship management
Problem-solving capabilities
Analytical thinking
Continuous improvement focus
Team leadership
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Automotive Finance Manager
Palm Beach Mitsubishi
05.2025 - 07.2026
Automotive Finance Manager
Autonation Chevrolet Greenacres
09.2024 - 04.2025
Automotive Finance Manager
HGreg Nissan/Grieco Nissan
12.2019 - 02.2024
Automotive Finance Manager
Momentum Auto Group
01.2016 - 11.2018
Automotive Finance Manager
Hanford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
01.2013 - 01.2016
Branch Manager/Dealer Relationship Manager
KINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
01.2012 - 01.2013