Collaborative Used Car Sales Manager with strong business acumen and 5 years of progressive and relevant sales management experience. Dedicated to consistently meeting vehicle sales quotas through expert management and leadership of sales team. Skillful in maintaining used car inventory, forecasting sales and motivating team to reach sales targets.
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Demiel Bridges El
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Royce Auto Sales
Used Car Salesman
02.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
- Coached sales team to drive traffic through phone and online appointments and referrals to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Conducted daily and weekly sales meetings to develop viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies.
- Forecasted goals and objectives for sales, gross and key expenses on monthly and annual basis.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Dudenem Inc
Video Editor
10.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
- Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Saw concepts through to completion by working to develop final edits, color and other elements in post-production process.
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
- Created and reformatted content across various social media and digital platforms.
- Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
- Created short-form videos, animated gifs and motion graphics for social media posts.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
- Participated in creative brainstorms for new content and series, social media campaigns and sponsorship initiatives.
- Utilized demonstrable technical, editorial and creative storytelling skills in editing, producing and design.
UPS
Package Handler
01.2000 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
Sears Warehouse
Maintenance Technician
02.2008 - 02.2010
Job overview
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
Tuff Shed
Builder
02.2006 - 11.2008
Job overview
- Used personal expertise and craftsmanship to complete residential and commercial renovations.
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Achieved multiple large-scale projects on time, within budget and to high-quality standards through meticulous planning.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Implemented safety codes and regulations to maintain site compliance and uphold safe working conditions.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Inspected work sites to assess construction quality and productivity against project plans.
- Coordinated subcontractors to complete work within quality and timeframe targets.
- Met with designers and engineers to address conflicts and reach appropriate solutions.
- Developed detailed construction plans and organized required materials to maintain productivity.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
Education
Chicago State UniversityChicago, IL
No Degree from Computer Proogramming
University Overview
Illinois Center For BroadcastingChicago, IL
Associate of Arts
10.2013
University Overview
Rich South High SchoolRichton Park, IL
High School Diploma
05.1999
University Overview
Skills
- Ability to Lift 40 Pounds
- Price Negotiation
- Customer Preferences
- Merchandise Alteration Estimates
- Engaging with Diverse Customers
- Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
- Merchandising and Display
- Issue Refunds
- Vehicle Operations
- Financial Transactions
- Safety and Cleanliness Standards
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Item Scanning
- Vehicle Auctions
- Make and Model Knowledge
- Market Conditions
- Sales Contracts
- Registration Paperwork
- Flexible Hours
- Product Demonstration
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Car Detailing
- Operational Efficiency
- Speech Clarity
- Customer Service
- Delivery Arrangements
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Cash Counting
- Building Customer Loyalty
- Returns and Exchanges
- Merchandise Receiving and Handling
Websites
Timeline
Used Car Salesman
Royce Auto Sales
02.2017 - Current
Video Editor
Dudenem Inc
10.2012 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Sears Warehouse
02.2008 - 02.2010
Builder
Tuff Shed
02.2006 - 11.2008
Package Handler
UPS
01.2000 - 05.2022
Chicago State University
No Degree from Computer Proogramming
Illinois Center For Broadcasting
Associate of Arts
Rich South High School
High School Diploma
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