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Christopher Kelley

Denver

Summary

Results-driven Sales Manager with over 10 years of experience in automotive sales and dealership management. Proven track record of exceeding targets, leading high-performing teams, and driving revenue growth. A dynamic leader experienced in maximizing sales opportunities and achieving business objectives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Market Inventory Manager

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, AutoNation
Denver, CO
08.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional campaigns, driving sales and increasing brand awareness
  • Negotiated favorable pricing and terms with manufacturer representatives for inventory purchases
  • Implemented inventory management strategies, optimizing stock levels and minimizing holding costs
  • Analyzed market trends, performed competitor analysis, and assessed customer preferences to develop effective inventory management and sales growth strategies.

General Sales Manager

AutoNation
Denver, CO
05.2014 - 08.2023
  • Managed a 40-person staff and $7.1 million inventory
  • Achieved monthly and annual "best ever" store records
  • Ranked in the top quartile for new sales, used sales, finance PVR, and profit in 2022
  • Developed and executed innovative sales strategies to drive revenue growth and increase market share.

General Motors Sales Manager

Grand Auto Inc
Denver, CO
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Increased Buick Sales by 140% year-over-year
  • Set store records for most GMC and Buick sold
  • Outperformed all other sales managers on a monthly and yearly basis.

Sales Manager

Charlie’s Inc, Isuzu Suzuki
Fort Morgan, Denver, CO
11.2010 - 06.2012
  • Managed daily cash flow and responsibilities, including marketing, selling, wholesale purchasing, and reconditioning
  • Improved sales by 22% in Quarter 1
  • Used Car Manager
  • Denver

11.2009 - 11.2010
  • Maintained $1.3 million and 95 units of pre-owned inventory
  • Increased year-over-year production by 15% profitability
  • Hired, trained, and motivated sales staff daily.

Education

SKILLS - Sales Management - Automotive Sales - Dealership Management - Cash Flow Management -

University of Northern Colorado
01.1999

Inventory Management - Staff Training -

Customer Service - Insurance Sales -

Timeline

Market Inventory Manager

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, AutoNation
08.2023 - Current

General Sales Manager

AutoNation
05.2014 - 08.2023

General Motors Sales Manager

Grand Auto Inc
06.2012 - 05.2014

Sales Manager

Charlie’s Inc, Isuzu Suzuki
11.2010 - 06.2012

11.2009 - 11.2010

SKILLS - Sales Management - Automotive Sales - Dealership Management - Cash Flow Management -

University of Northern Colorado

Inventory Management - Staff Training -

Customer Service - Insurance Sales -

Christopher Kelley