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Sales Manager
Open To Work

Daniel Leadingham

Napleton Lincoln of Blue Island
Herscher,IL

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired start date:

Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Sales ManagerSales ManagerSales Associate

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid

Location:

Herscher, IL

Open to relocation:

No

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits401k matchTeam Building / Company Retreats
22
years of professional experience

Experienced automotive sales manager with a solid background in automotive retail sales and customer engagement. Demonstrated success in driving store sales and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication, consistent sales training with the sales team and product knowledge. Proven ability to utilize problem-solving skills and teamwork to meet customer needs and achieve sales targets.

Known for adaptability and reliability, ensuring seamless operations and enhancing sales performance. Demonstrates skills in negotiation, customer relationship management, and strategic planning.

Work History

Sales Manager

8 Years 10 Months
Napleton Lincoln of Blue Island | 10.2017 - Current
  • Developed and executed sales strategies to enhance customer engagement.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.

Fostered client relationships to promote satisfaction and retention.

  • Enhanced team performance with comprehensive training sessions, focusing on product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Fostered relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow-ups.
  • Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
  • Assisted in recruiting top talent for the sales team, contributing to a high-performing work environment.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
  • Collaborated with marketing to create promotional campaigns that drove traffic and sales.
  • Implemented customer relationship management strategy to strengthen client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Enhanced team performance through targeted training sessions on product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Evaluated vehicle trade-in values.
  • Managed and maintained new vehicle inventory based on market trends and sales history.

Provided backup support in finance and insurance operations during peak times.

  • Obtained credit bureau reports and analyzed finance applications for approval.
  • Refined deal structures to enhance approval chances and submitted for review.
  • Developed relationships with buyers to maximize deal structure.
  • Ensured compliance procedures and guidelines were followed

Sales Manager

6 Years 4 Months
Napleton Lincoln of Bourbonnais | 06.2011 - 10.2017
  • Trained and mentored sales team to improve product knowledge and increase customer engagement.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Led regular sales meetings to assess progress and establish new performance goals.
  • Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into the best remedy.
  • Conducted regular sales meetings to evaluate progress and set new goals.
  • Developed customer and community relationships to drive long-term business growth.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
  • Built relationships with customers and the community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Evaluated vehicle trade-in values.
  • Managed inventory of new vehicles across three brands new vehicle inventory for three brands.
  • Achieved master sales certifications for all three brands.
  • Assisted the finance department as needed analyzing credit history, structured and submitted deals, negotiated best terms with lenders.

Sales Associate

6 Years 9 Months
Terry's Ford | 10.2004 - 07.2011
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Built rapport and relationships with customers to encourage repeat and referral business.
  • Conducted vehicle demonstrations, highlighting features and benefits to drive sales.
  • Assisted clients in selecting vehicles that met their needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated with finance teams to facilitate smooth transaction processes for customers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to better serve customers.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts.
  • Worked closely with service department to ensure client satisfaction after purchase and during maintenance visits.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through consistent follow-ups post-sale to address any questions or concerns.
  • Followed up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.
  • Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit.
  • Trained junior sales staff on best practices for customer engagement and closing techniques.

Education

High School Diploma

Watseka Community High School | Watseka | 05-1992

Skills

Customer relationship management
Sales team training
Sales operations management
Performance goals
Financial analysis
Product knowledge
Sales presentations
Relationship building
Staff management
Motivational skills
Communication skills
Positive and upbeat

Timeline

Sales Manager

Napleton Lincoln of Blue Island
10.2017 - CurrentRead More

Sales Manager

Napleton Lincoln of Bourbonnais
06.2011 - 10.2017Read More

Sales Associate

Terry's Ford
10.2004 - 07.2011Read More

Watseka Community High School

High School Diploma
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