Daniel Huggins
Loxley
Summary
Dynamic Finance Manager with a proven track record at Tameron Gulf Coast, excelling in loan negotiation and relationship management. Achieving a high per copy while maintaining high customer satisfaction and clarity from the customer. Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills, driving profitable deals and fostering team collaboration to exceed sales objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Tameron Gulf Coast
Daphne
01.2021 - Current
- Maintaining year over year at least 1.5 products per deal, above 50% warranty and maintenance penetrator for retention while still holding profit between 2200-2400 per copy with a 70+% finance pen.
- Maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction with high CSI numbers.
- Reviewed client documentation and contracts for discrepancies and mistakes.
- Listened carefully to customer complaints and swiftly resolved issues by taking appropriate action.
- Collaborated with sales staff in order to maximize opportunities for profitable deals.
- Located and suggested loan packages that met client needs and priorities.
- Processed applications for new vehicle loans efficiently and accurately.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions.
Finance Manager
Chris Myers CDJR
Daphne
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Learning how to deal with a more affluent customer.
- Maintain high CSI while consistently hitting gross profit goals.
- Transitioning back into a selling role as opposed to more of a managerial position.
New Car Sales Manager
Lee Nissan
Fort Walton Beach
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed pricing models for new car inventory and tracked sales performance against targets.
- Mentored employees to help achieve sales and CSI objectives.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create effective advertising campaigns.
- Performed vehicle appraisals for trade-ins according to established guidelines.
- Maintained vehicle selection, pricing and specials on website and social media.
New Car Sales Manager
Matt Bowers Nissan
Daphne
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Leveraged CRM database to drive customer contacts, appointments, and sales.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the dealership's new car sales department.
- Supervised team members during daily operations including coaching, counseling, motivating, scheduling.
New Car Sales Manager
Chris Myers Nissan - Eastern Shore labama
Daphne
05.2014 - 10.2018
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Automotive Finance Manager
Chris Myers Nissan - Eastern Shore labama
Daphne
11.2010 - 10.2014
- Assessed feasibility of loan approval by reviewing financial histories, available credit and current employment.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding auto financing services in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to auto finance services.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to auto financing services.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing by customers.
- Oversaw all legal and regulatory compliance related to automotive financing and insurance transactions.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions.
Education
Associate of Science -
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL12-2006
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Customer service
- Loan negotiation
- Relationship management
- Client interview
- Financial transactions expertise
- Negotiation skills
- Organizational skills
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Strong negotiation skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance Manager
Tameron Gulf Coast
01.2021 - Current
Finance Manager
Chris Myers CDJR
09.2019 - 01.2021
New Car Sales Manager
Lee Nissan
01.2019 - 09.2019
New Car Sales Manager
Matt Bowers Nissan
10.2018 - 01.2019
New Car Sales Manager
Chris Myers Nissan - Eastern Shore labama
05.2014 - 10.2018
Automotive Finance Manager
Chris Myers Nissan - Eastern Shore labama
11.2010 - 10.2014
Associate of Science -
University of Mobile