Daniel Turner
Grove City,OH
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Utilizes forward-thinking approach to drive business growth and streamline processes. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving measurable results.
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Diligent Desired Position with solid background in managing daily operations and driving team performance. Successfully led various projects, ensuring seamless execution and improved operational efficiency. Demonstrated strategic planning and effective communication skills.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Sales Manager
Micro Auto Paint
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Developed and executed sales strategies to expand market presence across assigned territory.
- Managed key customer relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimize pricing strategies, and enhance profitability.
- Led training sessions for sales staff, fostering improved product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Conducted regular territory assessments to identify opportunities for business development and improvement.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic territory plans.
- Set ambitious yet achievable sales targets for the territory team; provided motivation through ongoing coaching and guidance towards goal attainment.
- Established strong relationships with key clients, boosting customer retention rates.
General Manager
Specialty Family of Dealerships
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Led operational strategies to enhance overall dealership performance and customer satisfaction.
- Directed sales initiatives, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth.
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing excess.
- Streamlined service department operations, improving efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Analyzed financial reports to inform strategic decision-making and budget planning.
- Mentored management team, fostering professional development and enhancing leadership capabilities.
- Implemented customer relationship management systems to improve client engagement and retention.
- Developed training programs for staff, elevating service standards across all departments.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Sales Manager
MIRACLE MOTOR MART
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Sales manager and the financing and delivering the units
Sales Manager
Bob Caldwell Automotive
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Manager of the north store did sales manager and financing
General Manager
Sandoval Buick GMC
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Ran the day to day operations of the dealership
General Manager
Herrnstein Chrysler
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Was in charge of a Chrysler dodge Jeep franchise and upon arriving I installed a new process in the sales dept along with the service dept we saw a increase of over 65% in sales and over 73.% in profit for the store
General Manager (GM)
Coughlin Automotive
04.2013 - 11.2016
- Over saw the day to day operations of the dealership
- Up on arriving in April-2013 we installed new processes's and holding employees
- Accountable for there production in sales, service, and parts
- We quickly increased the volume and gross profit
Sales Manager
HERRNSTEIN AUTO GROUP
08.2008 - 01.2013
- Was in charge of the sales dept Duties including training desking of deals closing buying
- Used vehicles from the auction wholesaling of units plus approving all service work
- Doing one on ones with the salespeople to insure that they were do all calls follow up
- And insuring they hit there quota
General Sales Manager
Plaza chevrolet
01.2005 - 08.2008
- Was in charge of the sales dept put in new procedures and processes set records in volume and gross
- Increased the volume and gross profit to all time highs and set a record for delivering 29 units one day
Sales Director
Ricart Automotive
09.2002 - 01.2005
- Was in charge of 3 sales manager and 14 product specialist
General Sales Manager
Bobby Layman Chevrolet
10.2000 - 09.2002
- Ran the day to day operations of the sales dept
- Set a record at the time of over 400 total units in a month
General Manager
Trader buds Westside dodge/Hatfield automall
03.1984 - 10.2000
- Started out as a salesperson and working my way up to the General Manager of Jeep Eagle/VW West
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Education
1 1/2 of college - undefined
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Skills
- Facilitated sales management efforts through collaborative team support
- Provided essential assistance in Salesforce operations
- Supported business development initiatives with effective communication
- Contributed to account management tasks with accuracy and reliability
- Assisted in management functions for smooth workflow
- Aided negotiation processes with strategic input
- Engaged in cold calling activities to generate leads
- Participated in pricing strategy discussions
- Encouraged leadership through supportive actions
- Contributed to sales efforts with diligence
- Assisted budgeting processes with thorough attention
- Supported P&L management tasks with detailed analysis
- Played a key role in retail management activities
- Helped drive retail sales through strategic efforts
- Ensured customer service excellence through attentive service
- Gained store management experience through hands-on involvement
- Supported forecasting activities with accurate data collection
- Contributed to merchandising strategies with creative insights
- Aided operations management tasks with efficient planning
- Assisted payroll processes with detailed accuracy
- Engaged in B2B sales initiatives through targeted outreach
- Participated in strategic planning sessions
- Utilized Microsoft Excel for efficient data management
Assessments
- Management & Leadership Skills: Impact & Influence — Proficient
- December 2020
- Choosing the most effective strategy to inspire and influence others to meet business objectives.
- Full results: Proficient
- Sales skills — Proficient
- November 2020
- Influencing and negotiating with customers
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient
- Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions
- Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution — Familiar
- March 2021
- Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals
- Full results: Familiar
- Business math — Proficient
- January 2021
- Using basic math to solve problems in a business context
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Timeline
Territory Sales Manager
Micro Auto Paint
08.2025 - 05.2026
General Manager
Specialty Family of Dealerships
08.2021 - 07.2025
Sales Manager
MIRACLE MOTOR MART
06.2020 - 07.2021
Sales Manager
Bob Caldwell Automotive
01.2020 - 06.2020
General Manager
Sandoval Buick GMC
09.2018 - 11.2019
General Manager
Herrnstein Chrysler
03.2017 - 09.2018
General Manager (GM)
Coughlin Automotive
04.2013 - 11.2016
Sales Manager
HERRNSTEIN AUTO GROUP
08.2008 - 01.2013
General Sales Manager
Plaza chevrolet
01.2005 - 08.2008
Sales Director
Ricart Automotive
09.2002 - 01.2005
General Sales Manager
Bobby Layman Chevrolet
10.2000 - 09.2002
General Manager
Trader buds Westside dodge/Hatfield automall
03.1984 - 10.2000