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Dale Williams

Sales
Longs,SC

Summary

General Sales Manager of the 3rd largest R.V. store in the country, Finance Director/Sales Manager and a dedicated team player experienced in overseeing operations of individual and multi-unit facilities. Develops successful programs to improve profitabilty.Seeking new position with exciting challenges where great skills in leading people and finance with lots of team building will be valued.

Spent 31 years of my life in the Automotive industry building a solid foundation, spent additional 22 years of my life serving in the U.S. Army proudly serving my country having several combat tours over seas and spent most of my life serving in the airborne. Now that im retired from the military and my kids have moved out here this is home for me.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Director

Hyundai/Genesis of North Charleston
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
  • Facilitated process improvements by automating manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance function.
  • Helped build a special Finance dept within the store, got it up and running.
  • Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to essential funding channels.
  • Contributed to long-term planning discussions by providing insightful analysis on industry leading PVR we ran 2500-3000 a copy at a Hyundai store with lots of leases and low APR deals.
  • Strengthened the sales floor and Finance dept operations by proactively managing and optimizing the Sales operations.
  • Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.

General Sales Manager

Camping World Of Myrtle Beach
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance on daily basis and implementing improvement strategies.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.

Director of Accounting and Finance

Findlay Automotive Group
02.2020 - 11.2022

Helped customers make decisions about loans and lines of credit based on availability, terms and benefits.


Cultivated partnerships with individuals and firms to better promote products meeting customers needs.


Directed and delivered auto finance loans to clients to facilitate sales and increase revenue.


Sell service contracts, insurance, aftermarket products, track sales, Formulate goals, find new products to increase revenue.


Reviewed loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies


Took the store from 700 dollars a copy to 2,925 per copy and that's at a V.W. store


Identified valuables solutions for customers with credit problems.


Helped with all the training with the sales floor and the men and women that were involved in the sales and internet side of things.

Finance Director

Tim Dahle Nissan
02.2016 - 01.2020

Supported sales team members to drive growth and development


Increased repeat customer base by maintaining relationships with high profile clients and effectively managing service issues.


Contacted customers via the phone and email to explore connections, offer services and cement relationships.


Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long term business development.


Routinely structured, presented, closed deals, including selling of finance and insurance products and finalized paperwork.


Maintain dealership business plans, Sales tracking and reporting plans, Sales tracking and reporting plans and inventory management and marketing.


Ensure the dealership was and is with compliance with all national and state guidelines.

General Sales Manager/Finance Manager

Ken Garff Automotive Group
02.2006 - 02.2016

Encouraged team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance daily and implementing improvement strategies.


Hired and motivated team members, working closely with salespeople and customers to negotiate and close deals.


Mentored directed employees by conducting one on one meetings with salespeople.


Identified weakness and implemented sales and business practices training to improve performance.


Managed, hired and trained high performing sales and support team, maximizing overall profitability by setting benchmarks throughout budget development.

Education

No Degree - Associates of Business

University of Phoenix
Arizona City, AZ

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
Colton, CA
01.1986

Skills

    Financial reporting and analysis

    KPI Tracking

    Strategic Planning

    Compliance Monitoring

    Business Forecasting

    Performance metrics evaluation

    Time Management

    Attention to Detail

    Communication Skills

    Teamwork

    Integrity

    Customer Service

Timeline

Finance Director

Hyundai/Genesis of North Charleston
11.2023 - 08.2024

General Sales Manager

Camping World Of Myrtle Beach
10.2022 - 11.2022

Director of Accounting and Finance

Findlay Automotive Group
02.2020 - 11.2022

Finance Director

Tim Dahle Nissan
02.2016 - 01.2020

General Sales Manager/Finance Manager

Ken Garff Automotive Group
02.2006 - 02.2016

No Degree - Associates of Business

University of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
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