Corey Pitre
Richmond,TX
Summary
Results-driven Finance Manager with over 22 years of experience in the automotive industry, specializing in sales, customer service, and prime/sub-prime auto financing. Recognized as a top performer, consistently finishing within the top 2-3% among peers for performance and revenue generation. A proven track record of managing $1.8M+ in monthly finance deals, maintaining compliance, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Sonic Automotive
04.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations and company policies regarding automotive financing transactions.
- Assisted customers with challenging credit histories in securing suitable loan options to facilitate vehicle purchases.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues efficiently, and maintaining open communication throughout financing process.
- Enhanced dealership sales by providing comprehensive financial solutions to clients seeking vehicle purchase or lease agreements.
- Developed relationships with banks and financial institutions to secure competitive loan rates for clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Optimized dealership revenue by identifying opportunities for additional product offerings such as extended warranties and insurance packages.
Finance Manager
Mac Haik Chevrolet
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Established and maintained strong relationships with lenders to support finance deals.
- Successfully submitted deals for approval, collected documents, and ensured compliance with lender requirements.
- Collected down payments and managed the financing process for a high volume of sales.
- Maintained accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end finance reports.
- Utilized ADP software to manage financial transactions.
Finance Manager
Texas Direct Auto
02.2010 - 03.2018
- Built and sustained relationships with lending institutions, ensuring smooth deal processing.
- Submitted finance deals for approval and collected necessary documentation.
- Collected down payments and managed finance processes for high-volume sales.
- Consistently worked with a team of contractors, achieving monthly production exceeding $1M.
Special Finance Director
Helfman Ford
02.2007 - 02.2010
- Promptly resolved customer complaints using exceptional communication and problem solving skills.
- Built and maintained strong customer relationships, contributing to long-term business growth.
- Specialized in working deals with customers with sub-prime credit.
Education
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MSSkills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Contract preparation
- Credit assessment
- Customer service-focused
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Loan processing coordination
- Microsoft office
- Automobile Industry Software (ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, DocuPAD)
- Strong Relationships Management with Lenders
Timeline
Finance Manager
Sonic Automotive
04.2020 - Current
Finance Manager
Mac Haik Chevrolet
06.2018 - 03.2020
Finance Manager
Texas Direct Auto
02.2010 - 03.2018
Special Finance Director
Helfman Ford
02.2007 - 02.2010
Pearl River Community College
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