DAVID SIMONICH
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, specializing in management, sales, finance, and service departments. Adaptable and resilient, successfully navigated challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic by pivoting to a role with USPS to serve the community. Eager to embrace new challenges that leverage a diverse skill set beyond traditional automotive roles, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to excellence in every endeavor. Proven ability to drive results and foster strong relationships in fast-paced environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Dealer Account Representative
Vehicle Fleet Services
03.2023 - Current
- Worked with independent dealers to arrange and represent auction of their vehicles throughout multiple states.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
- Greeted customers warmly to set tone of customer experience and provide welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
- Exceeded performance targets through diligent work ethic and focus on results-driven tasks.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring that each received tailored solutions aligned with their specific requirements.
- Optimized workflow processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and reduced turnaround times on projects.
- Provided valuable input resulting in new opportunities for growth and development.
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed strong relationships with customers, providing exceptional service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Followed Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information.
- Responded to customer inquiries about delivery, forwarding and other postal services quickly to provide quality customer services.
- Improved mail delivery efficiency by accurately sorting and organizing mail for efficient distribution.
- Kept an organized vehicle workspace, ensuring quick access to necessary tools and materials for successful deliveries.
- Displayed professionalism when interacting with customers at their homes or businesses while delivering their mail promptly and courteously every day.
Finance Manager
National Auto Plaza Murray
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Responsible for all aspects of the Finance Department including arranging financing, customer interviews, documentation, structure, desking, and the sale of aftermarket products.
Sales and Finance Manager
Labrum Chevrolet, Buick, Ford
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Continued to demonstrate, desk, quote, and arrange financing for all aspects of vehicle sales.
- Maintained Ford Master Certification as well as Chevrolet and Buick.
Sales Associate, Finance Manager
Tim Dahle Ford
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Responsible for all aspects of vehicle sales, front to back.
- Desked, quoted, demonstrated, and arranged financing on all personal sales.
Sales Associate/Back up Manager
Henry Day Ford
09.2011 - 02.2018
- Veteran sales associate and back up finance team leader.
- Consistent top level sales numbers monthly Master Certified on all Ford products.
Finance Director
Larry H. Miller Automotive Group
06.2003 - 08.2008
- Company Overview: Subaru and Lexus Dealerships
- Oversee all aspects of the business department.
- Responsible for developing and maintaining customer and lender relationships, evaluate applicant credit and obtain and secure financing for purchase transactions.
- Assist in managing the sales force, ensure legal requirements are met, and see that insurance compliances with lenders are upheld.
- Rotated with New and Pre-Owned Managers in daily functions.
- Subaru and Lexus Dealerships
Loan Officer
NexGen Lending Inc.
08.2002 - 06.2003
- Responsible for building and maintaining client relationships, originating home loans and generating revenue for the company.
- Continuous education in the area of programs, regulations, and ethical practices.
- Produced loans in the states of Colorado, Utah, and California.
Business Development Manager
Ford Motor Credit
05.2000 - 08.2002
- Built and maintained relationships with Ford Premier Dealers.
- Analyzed all aspects of dealer departments and consulted to increase dealer profitability.
- During my tenure, the Denver region of Ford Credit dealerships were number one in profitability in the country.
Finance Director
Burt Automotive Group
08.1993 - 05.2000
- Company Overview: Subaru Dealership
- Oversaw all aspects of the business department.
- Responsible for developing and maintaining customer and lender relationships, assist in managing the sales force, ensure legal requirements are met, and see that insurance compliances with lenders are upheld.
- Supervised the #1 ranked Subaru Dealership in the world.
- #1 ranked Subaru credit loan originator in the nation, 6 straight years.
- Finance Department consistently ranked in the top 3 in the nation for Subaru warranty sales.
- Subaru Dealership
Finance Manager
Mark Miller Subaru
03.1990 - 08.1993
- Duties included all aspects of finance and insurance services provided to new and used car buyers.
- At that time, dealership was ranked in the top 10 in the nation for new car sales.
- At that time, dealership was ranked in the top 5 in the nation for warranty sales.
Sales Associate
Mark Miller Subaru
09.1989 - 03.1990
- Proved sales success enabling promotion to Business Manager.
Sales Associate
Larry Miller Honda
02.1989 - 09.1989
- Began my automotive career as Sales Associate for one of Utah's top automotive dealers.
Education
No Degree - Architecture
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTHigh School Diploma -
Tooele High School
Tooele, UT05-1985
Skills
- Team leader
- Problem solver
- Quick thinker
- Great communicator
- ADP
- R&R
- DealerTrack
- CUDL
- Captive lending
- Automotive manufacturing
- Financial acumen
- Reliable and responsible
- Relationship building
- Flexible hours
- Task prioritization
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Goal oriented
- Sales training
Timeline
Dealer Account Representative
Vehicle Fleet Services
03.2023 - Current
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2021 - 03.2023
Finance Manager
National Auto Plaza Murray
09.2020 - 02.2021
Sales and Finance Manager
Labrum Chevrolet, Buick, Ford
11.2019 - 04.2020
Sales Associate, Finance Manager
Tim Dahle Ford
02.2018 - 11.2019
Sales Associate/Back up Manager
Henry Day Ford
09.2011 - 02.2018
Finance Director
Larry H. Miller Automotive Group
06.2003 - 08.2008
Loan Officer
NexGen Lending Inc.
08.2002 - 06.2003
Business Development Manager
Ford Motor Credit
05.2000 - 08.2002
Finance Director
Burt Automotive Group
08.1993 - 05.2000
Finance Manager
Mark Miller Subaru
03.1990 - 08.1993
Sales Associate
Mark Miller Subaru
09.1989 - 03.1990
Sales Associate
Larry Miller Honda
02.1989 - 09.1989
No Degree - Architecture
University of Utah
High School Diploma -
Tooele High School
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