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Brienne Cohen

Ocala,FL

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at Gettel Toyota Ocala.

Experienced with leading automotive sales teams to achieve targets and enhance customer experiences. Utilizes market analysis and innovative sales techniques to drive revenue growth and dealership success. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing market conditions to consistently meet business objectives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

New Car Sales Director

Gettel Toyota Ocala
Ocala, FL
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in developing customer engagement strategies to enhance sales experience
  • Supported team in achieving monthly sales targets through effective communication
  • Learned inventory management systems to track vehicle availability and turnover
  • Collaborated with marketing team on promotional events to drive foot traffic
  • Engaged in product training sessions to improve knowledge of vehicle features
  • Gained knowledge of financing options to assist customers in purchase decisions
  • Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.

VIP Manager-Service to Sales

DeLuca Toyota
Ocala, FL
02.2020 - 12.2024
  • Managed a team of individuals that was trained to build report with customers in service and end up upgrading their vehicle while in service.
  • Trained individuals to look for certain key features within a customer profile that would make them a great candidate.
  • Equity & Mining within a few data bases to find the clients that are in equity positions or higher interest rates that we could help with certain programs we currently had.
  • Appraised vehicles that are in the service department.
  • Head Liaison between service department and sales department.
  • Desked deals and put proposals together for clients.

Follow up communication with clients that the team was actively working.

  • Successfully added a minimum of 100 to 150 sales each month out of my department for the store objective.

Assistant Service Manager

DeLuca Toyota
Ocala, FL
11.2018 - 02.2020
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving service-related concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
  • Followed up with customers during and after installations to verify satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Up-swelled preventative services to client with urgency to complete now.
  • Maintained 93%-100% on customer surveys for clients I assisted.

Car Sales Associate

DeLuca Toyota
Ocala, FL
05.2017 - 11.2018
  • Developed strong customer relationships to enhance sales and improve client retention.
  • Conducted comprehensive vehicle presentations, highlighting features and benefits to potential buyers.
  • Stayed up to date on Toyota product and the competitors product.
  • Analyzed market trends to adjust sales strategies and stay competitive within the automotive industry.
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services. Also, provided customer with purchase options.
  • Utilized CRM tools to track leads, manage follow-ups, and effectively build client pipelines.
  • Collaborated with service department to address any post-sale concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
  • Managed client appointments, ensuring a smooth and efficient sales process from start to finish.
  • Streamlined paperwork processes for faster transaction completion times, improving customer experience.
  • Utilized social media platforms to promote available inventory, reaching a wider audience of potential buyers.

Property Manager

Preferred Realty Management Group
The Villages, FL
11.2013 - 09.2015
  • Managed tenant relations, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints to enhance resident satisfaction.
  • Oversaw property maintenance schedules, ensuring timely repairs and upkeep of facilities.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying issues and coordinating necessary actions for improvement.
  • Implemented operational policies to streamline leasing processes and improve tenant onboarding efficiency.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
  • Streamlined rent collection processes, reducing late payments and improving overall revenue generation.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.

Finance Manager

AutoNation Toyota of Libertyville
Libertyville, IL
03.2013 - 10.2013
  • Streamlined loan approval processes, reducing turnaround time for financing applications.
  • Established relationships with lenders to secure competitive financing options for customers.
  • Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
  • Offered warranties and protection packages for customers new vehicles they were purchasing.

Scion Manager

Autonation of Toyota in Libertyville
Libertyville, IL
09.2011 - 03.2013
  • Fostered a collaborative team environment, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Held events at the dealership to launch Scion brand and have inventory available to show with people in the community.
  • Learning the brand and training employees to better sell the brand Scion

Auto Sales Professional

Autonation Toyota of Libertyville
Libertyville, IL
01.2011 - 08.2011
  • Developed strong customer relationships through attentive service and product knowledge.
  • Conducted vehicle demonstrations, highlighting features and benefits to assist potential buyers.
  • Collaborated with financing department to ensure seamless transaction processes for customers.
  • Trained new sales representatives on product offerings and effective sales techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Strayer University
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Sales process optimization
  • Social media marketing
  • Pricing strategy
  • Employee evaluation
  • Sales coaching
  • Profit maximization
  • Negotiation management
  • Handling complaints
  • Sales leadership
  • Inventory management
  • Price negotiation

Timeline

New Car Sales Director

Gettel Toyota Ocala
12.2024 - Current

VIP Manager-Service to Sales

DeLuca Toyota
02.2020 - 12.2024

Assistant Service Manager

DeLuca Toyota
11.2018 - 02.2020

Car Sales Associate

DeLuca Toyota
05.2017 - 11.2018

Property Manager

Preferred Realty Management Group
11.2013 - 09.2015

Finance Manager

AutoNation Toyota of Libertyville
03.2013 - 10.2013

Scion Manager

Autonation of Toyota in Libertyville
09.2011 - 03.2013

Auto Sales Professional

Autonation Toyota of Libertyville
01.2011 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Strayer University