Automotive Enthusaist
CHAIM PRIDGEN
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Organized Sales Representative with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Reliable Car Detailer skilled in engine cleaning and exterior waxing. Knowledgeable about majority of car manufactures/car brands in the regular and aftermarket industries. Worked with high end sports cars and economy classed vehicles in the automotive industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mobile Detailer
Only Life
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022 - Current
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
- Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
- Reported daily work progress and encountered problems to management.
- Removed dirt and debris from vehicle and equipment interiors.
- Performed detailed vacuuming of interior and exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
Sales Representative
Mazda Of Abington
Willow Grove, PA
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Qualified buyers by matching requirements and interests to various car or truck models and discussing finance options.
- Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
- Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
- Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks.
- Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
- Completed registration paperwork and sales documentation.
- Averaged 20 vehicles sold per month
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values
Guide, Sales Associate
Seventh Sense Botanical Therapy
King of Prussia, PA
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Informed customers on products thoroughly and confidently
- Assisted management with inventory control and stock ordering
- Resolved complaints promptly and professionally
- Responsible for opening and/or closing store and ensuring that proper store procedures and policies are followed when store management is not on duty or unavailable on floor
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers
Starbucks, Barista
, PA
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately
- Resolved complaints promptly and professionally
- Delivered amazing service and built relationships with customers
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
Crew Member
Mcdonalds
Philadelphia, PA
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Resolved complaints promptly and professionally
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately
- Assisted management with inventory control and stock ordering
- Followed procedures for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
- Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Managed inventory loss to help with maintaining margins for revenue.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkway Northwest
Philadelphia, PA 09.2015 - 06.2019
No Degree - Business Administration
Manor College
Jenkintown, PA 09.2019 - 06.2020
Skills
Planning/ Event Planningundefined
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved lost titles, registration and older documentation which led to overall customer satisfaction.
- Achieved better results by introducing new products for Detailing clients vehicles.
- Coached a Special Olympics team that was ranked top 3 in Philadelphia Area.
- Received numerous commendations from supervisors for team building, mentoring and leadership skills.
- Supervised team of 15 members.
Interests
Timeline
Sales Representative
Mazda Of Abington
03.2022 - 05.2023
Mobile Detailer
Only Life
01.2022 - Current
Guide, Sales Associate
Seventh Sense Botanical Therapy
11.2019 - 05.2020
No Degree - Business Administration
Manor College
09.2019 - 06.2020
Starbucks, Barista
09.2018 - 08.2019
Crew Member
Mcdonalds
06.2017 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Parkway Northwest
09.2015 - 06.2019
Automotive
Anything to do with vehicles Im interested. Been a big enthusiast since young and it has only grown since getting older. Currently I have owned various vehicles over the past years and learned to drive young. Saturdays and Sunday mornings I attend Cars and Coffee, which is a organized car show where individuals go and bring various vehicles to display. Its also a big way to network with others and having common interest makes it a bit easier for others to get along. I have been to the Drag Strip and have managed bussines accounts from Turn 14. The world of cars and vehicles in general is very engaging and you learned a lot. Its helped me find useful skills to help me build engines over the past years, find electrical issues, as well as drive a lot of vehicles and sit passenger in many more. The Automotive industry is amazing and has helped fuel my job experiences and networking.
Automotive
Anything to do with vehicles Im interested. Been a big enthusiast since young and it has only grown since getting older. Currently I have owned various vehicles over the past years and learned to drive young. Saturdays and Sunday mornings I attend Cars and Coffee, which is a organized car show where individuals go and bring various vehicles to display. Its also a big way to network with others and having common interest makes it a bit easier for others to get along. I have been to the Drag Strip and have managed bussines accounts from Turn 14. The world of cars and vehicles in general is very engaging and you learned a lot. Its helped me find useful skills to help me build engines over the past years, find electrical issues, as well as drive a lot of vehicles and sit passenger in many more. The Automotive industry is amazing and has helped fuel my job experiences and networking.
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