Daniel Paley
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Professional business leader with strong track record in overseeing operations, driving performance, and enhancing profitability. Adept at strategic planning, financial analysis, and process improvement, with focus on collaborative team management and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to achieving organizational goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Lexus of Wesley Chapel
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency across various departments.
- Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Structured deals to maximize profit for both front and back sales.
- Upsold insurance coverage through menu presentation.
- Work closely with banks for best rate calls and funding.
Business Manager
Bill Kolb Jr. Subaru
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Received and approved auto loan applications,supporting loan officers and managed multiple files.
- Structured deals and negotiated with financial institutions to get deals financed and funded.
- Prepare and submitted DMV documentation,performed administrative functions such as handling phones,filing,faxing,emailing,copying and data entry.
- Maximize all deals for dealer profit through menu presentation.
Business Manager
Prestige Lexus
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Reviewed and analyzed client credit,qualified and approved applications for auto finance,closed sales contracts cross sold insurance products and service agreements, ensure compliance with state laws.
- Specialized in financing for sub prime customers,working closely with banks for loan approvals.
- Follow CIT lists and make sure all stipulations are met for funding.
- Developed strategies with sales managers for profit gain.
Business Manager
Classic Audi Motors
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Submit credit applications for approval on all retail and lease deals.
- Improved tools to enable better tracking and business analysis.
- Used variety of software packages to support sales functions.
- TO all deals to ensure maximum profit for front and back.
Sales/Business Manager
Prestige BMW
03.2010 - 02.2016
- Desked all deals for maximum profit while maintaining high volume.
- Set up deals for finance to help sell products.
- Called in all deals to banks for maximum back end gross.
- Sold manufacturer warranties and third party warranties to help maximize deals as a whole for dealership profit.
Owner
Paley Paint
01.1996 - 01.2010
- Oversaw daily business operations including customer and contractor inquiries,marketing,payroll and purchasing.
- Supervised accounts payable,cash,bank deposits,and issued all accounts receivable invoices.
- Generated and reviewed daily,weekly,monthly,quarterly sales reports.
- Canvasing territory for outside sales for both contractor and retail accounts.
- Built and maintained contractor base of 100+
Education
Associates - Communication
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, NY05-1994
Skills
- Business Planning
- Operations Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Staff Training
- Financial Oversight
- Client Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Employee Management
- Partnership Development
- Customer Retention
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Management
- Business Development
- Customer Relationship Management
- Budget Creation
- Staff Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Financial Management
- Consulting
Affiliations
Business manager with 10+ years of experience in F&I.
Managed pre-owned and off brand luxury auto sales and delivery inventory of $1,000,000+. Recognized for superior performance in gross,sales volume and CSI. Establishes excellent rapport with retail and wholesale client-strong closing skills. Skilled in up selling,cross-selling,marketing strategies ( product launches,promotion,advertising,and product demos) and customer service. Results oriented leader skilled in recruitment,training,staffing,performance reviews,and regulation compliance.
Timeline
Business Manager
Lexus of Wesley Chapel
01.2024 - Current
Business Manager
Bill Kolb Jr. Subaru
01.2023 - 10.2023
Business Manager
Prestige Lexus
06.2018 - 11.2022
Business Manager
Classic Audi Motors
03.2016 - 05.2018
Sales/Business Manager
Prestige BMW
03.2010 - 02.2016
Owner
Paley Paint
01.1996 - 01.2010
Associates - Communication
St. Thomas Aquinas College
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