Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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CHRISTOPHER POWERS

Chesapeake,VA

Summary

I have a various amount of experience in different fields of work. I am an adaptive team player who is able

to communicate with coworkers and/ or superiors.

I posses a "can-do" attitude along with a detail-oriented mindset.

I am very much a determined and motivated individual who is searching for a position to learn and grow.

(Extremely organized, self-motivated, interpersonal and written communication, client assessment and

analysis, strong verbal communication.)

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager of Operations

Patriot Auto Sales
Norfolk, VA
2024 - Current
  • Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving overall team performance.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives aligned with company goals.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Established performance metrics to evaluate operations, promoting accountability and transparency.
  • Led budget management efforts, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing waste.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with proactive communication, timely issue resolution, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate transaction filing.
  • Monitored and managed customer attrition to maintain optimal sales levels.
  • Developed and implemented innovative programs for vehicle acquisition and liquidation through auctions.
  • Assisted in resolving debts through in-person litigation. Supported operations of the collections department.
  • Processed titles for dealer transactions and customer accounts. Assisted in completing title work for repossessions.
  • Maintained inventory levels of all supplies needed for various departments, including our shop, with over 150+ cars in working inventory at all times.
  • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to enhance profitability.

Sales Associate

Southern Automotive
Chesapeake, VA
2023 - 2024

• Interacted with customers

• Demonstrated features and capabilities

• Assisted with paperwork and documentation

• Met monthly sales targets

• Maintained relationships with pre-existing clients and established a new customer base

• Maintained knowledge of products and services, as well as stayed up to date on latest market

trends and information

• Used a variety of computer programs to contact customers, keep records, process information,

and educate customers on products

• Made cold calls to establish new clients

• Followed up on warm and cold leads through email, text, and calls

• Communicated with upper management, as well as the service department to increase sales

opportunities

• Maintained a clean and organized workspace at all times

• Set up displays in the main floor and in my office to attract potential customers and also highlight

key information about our products

• Created social media content and informative videos

Heavy Equipment Technician and Warehouse Assistant

Construction Equipment Parts
Chesapeake, VA
2021 - 2022
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs and forwarded to maintenance personnel.
  • Maintained quality and safety by reporting equipment issues and malfunctions for repairs.
  • Kept efficient time and material records.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
  • Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.

Technician

The Warehouse Rentals And Supplies
Portsmouth, VA
2020 - 2021
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations on Equipment.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.

Laborer

Landscaper, Tuff Turf Lawn Care
Chesapeake, VA
2016 - 2020
  • Removed debris from work site and followed proper disposal practices
  • Turned potential leads into paying customers by using top notch customer service and exceeded sales quotas for the month
  • Checked all machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent machine malfunction
  • Estimated
  • Evaluated
  • Handled
  • Repaired
  • Serviced
  • Troubleshot
  • Reviewed design plans and instructions to carry out work according to client specifications.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.

Education

GED -

Great Bridge High School
Chesapeake, VA
2019

Skills

  • Replacement and Repair Work
  • DOT Requirements
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Inventory management
  • System Layouts
  • Safety Compliance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Time Management
  • OSHA Standards
  • Customer Relations
  • Environmental Health and Safety
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Client Support
  • Customer Orders
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Lifting and sorting
  • Product Signage and Labeling
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Product Verification
  • Operations management
  • Staff development
  • Business analysis
  • Logistics management
  • Strategic planning
  • Data analysis
  • Revenue generation

Timeline

General Manager of Operations

Patriot Auto Sales
2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Southern Automotive
2023 - 2024

Heavy Equipment Technician and Warehouse Assistant

Construction Equipment Parts
2021 - 2022

Technician

The Warehouse Rentals And Supplies
2020 - 2021

Laborer

Landscaper, Tuff Turf Lawn Care
2016 - 2020

GED -

Great Bridge High School