CHRISTOPHER SOUZA
WOONSOCKET,RI
Summary
Acquisition management professional with extensive experience in procurement and contract negotiations. Skilled in developing and executing acquisition strategies that drive organizational growth. Team-oriented with strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing business needs, and reliable in high-pressure environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Internet Sales and Acquisition Manager
MILFORD NISSAN
05.2017 - 05.2025
- Managed daily operations of the Sales Department including pricing, contractual agreements and marketing
- Provided training and ongoing support to Sales Department representatives, prepared and provided reports to measure the ongoing performance of the team
- Led acquisition strategies to optimize inventory levels and enhance vehicle selection. Purchased preowned vehicles for inventory from auctions and private acquisitions, as well as prepped auction vehicles for wholesale
- Analyzed market trends to identify new acquisition opportunities and maximize profitability.
Business Development and Sales Manager
CLAY NISSAN
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed daily operations of the Sales BDC including pricing, contractual agreements and marketing
- Provided training and ongoing support to Sales Department representatives, prepared and provided reports to measure the ongoing performance of the team
- Realized every monthly quota by a minimum of 120 percent throughout employment and received the “Diamond Status Award”
- Streamlined reporting processes using CRM software for improved tracking of sales activities and pipeline management.
Security and VIP Manager
ROXY PROVIDENCE
01.2013 - 01.2015
- - Actively managed, recruited, scheduled and trained a team of 25+ employees at a 1600+ person entertainment venue, producing approximately $5.5 million dollars a year in event sales; including VIP and security oversight
General Manager
VAN GOGH LOUNGE
01.2011 - 01.2013
- - Managed and coordinated staff of 15 employees of a venue producing approximately $3 million dollars in sales annually
- - Scheduled and directed daily operations, events, inventory, human resources and marketing/promotional campaigns
Director of Operations
EAST COAST SECURITY
01.2011 - 01.2013
- - Interpreted and studied security law, regulation and contractual requirements and directed subordinates in enforcing compliance
- - Implemented and monitored the security department budget, law enforcement relations and provided direction for major security-related projects and physical technologies
- - Prepared for potential emergency situations by designing and conducting in-depth, client-based assessment
Education
Associates Degree - Business Management
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI01.2000
Skills
- Licensed notary public
- Market competitor assessment
- New customer development
- Currently registered auction access
Timeline
Internet Sales and Acquisition Manager
MILFORD NISSAN
05.2017 - 05.2025
Business Development and Sales Manager
CLAY NISSAN
01.2013 - 01.2017
Security and VIP Manager
ROXY PROVIDENCE
01.2013 - 01.2015
General Manager
VAN GOGH LOUNGE
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director of Operations
EAST COAST SECURITY
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associates Degree - Business Management
Community College of Rhode Island