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Denis Bilanovic

Longwood,FL

Summary

Dedicated and experienced driver with over 20 years of expertise in automotive and logistics, consistently committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. A natural love for maps and route planning. Proven ability to enhance vehicle longevity and ensure workplace safety through meticulous inspections and effective roadside maintenance. A strong work ethic and passion for always improving upon oneself, a commitment to excellence in every task. Recognized for reliability and a proactive approach to problem-solving, contributing to seamless operations and positive client experiences.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Roadside Assistance/Tow Technician

AAA Auto Club Group
10.2024 - Current
  • Safely operating a Rollback Flatbed Tow Truck with a 22 foot bed
  • Maintained a high success rate in resolving vehicle issues on-site, minimizing the need for towing services.
  • Reduced response times for service calls by efficiently navigating through various routes and traffic conditions.
  • Demonstrated versatility as a technician by successfully handling various makes and models of vehicles encountered during service calls.
  • Improved customer trust in the company by demonstrating professionalism and expertise in handling diverse automotive problems.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of vehicle issues, ensuring accurate diagnosis before performing repairs or initiating tow services.
  • Assisted customers in stressful situations, providing empathetic support while addressing their immediate needs.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols during roadside assistance tasks, ensuring both personal and customer wellbeing.

Delivery Driver

Uber/Lyft
07.2020 - 10.2024
  • Drives passengers across major metropolitan areas, ensuring their safety while offering friendly service
  • Also picking up and delivering food, promptly and safely delivering to the specified location.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Delivery Driver

Garry Owen DSP (Amazon Logistics Partner)
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.

Front End Manager

Natural Grocers
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Responsible for all cashiers and cash drawers, ensuring exceptional customer service while resolving issues as they arise.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies in end-of-day reports through diligent monitoring of transactions.
  • Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping, and security.
  • Maintained excellent store appearance by enforcing cleanliness standards and delegating tasks to team members effectively.
  • Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, reinforcing the company''s commitment to exceptional service standards.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Provided excellent customer service in all interactions, modeling desired behaviors for staff and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Commercial Manager/Dispatcher Manager

Oreilly Auto Parts
11.2014 - 10.2019
  • Commercial Manager
  • Alerts customers to upcoming sales events and promotions
  • Responsible for supervising a team of drivers
  • Handles customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies
  • Educates customers about the brand to incite excitement about the company's mission and values
  • Answers customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and timely resolution of issues, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored competitor activity, utilizing insights to inform strategic planning and decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced product offerings by conducting market research and identifying emerging trends within the industry
  • Built relationships with clients to establish new contracts.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.

Retail Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
10.2013 - 11.2014
  • Retail Service Specialist
  • Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts
  • Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register
  • Welcomed customers into the store and helped them locate items
  • Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store's efficiency.

Parts Counter Professional

Uni-Select USA Inc
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Parts Counter Professional
  • Services calls from both retail & commercial customers
  • Uses problem-solving skills to assist customers
  • Responsible for multi-line inbound sales calls utilizing a catalog system
  • Dispatched multiple drivers for local deliveries.
  • Evaluated supplier performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes when needed.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to ensure proper parts identification and availability for repairs.
  • Consistently exceeded performance goals, earning recognition for strong work ethic and dedication to customer satisfaction.
  • Developed an efficient system for tracking backorders, minimizing delays in completing repair jobs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly and professionally to maintain customer loyalty.

Store Manager

Parts Depot, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Direct Supervisor of 16 employees in a combined Retail/Wholesale environment
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
  • Oversaw day to day operations of an Auto Parts warehouse containing 1.8 million dollars worth of inventory with responsibility for inventory accounting and general ledger reconciliation
  • Adhered to company values and maintains a working environment that follows appropriate safety protocols
  • Dispatcher for multiple drivers.

Skills

  • More than 20 years of customer service experience, with 5 years of management experience & over 10 years working in various logistics areas as a professional non CDL driver
  • Delivery driving & logistics often played a key factor at many previous jobs
  • Automotive Mechanical Service and Repair Experience
  • Experience as a flatbed tow truck operator
  • Knowledge of Excel/Spreadsheet/Word
  • Dispatching/Delivery logistics, route planning knowledge
  • Dispatching procedures
  • Customer Relations
  • Routing orders
  • Dispatching field personnel
  • Technical aptitude
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective Communications
  • Positive attitude

Certification

Soon to be a new graduate with a CDL Class A License from Orlando Truck Driving Academy.

Have a valid passport

Have a Twic card

Will add Hazmat endorsement upon passing the CDL A exam.

Timeline

Roadside Assistance/Tow Technician

AAA Auto Club Group
10.2024 - Current

Delivery Driver

Garry Owen DSP (Amazon Logistics Partner)
07.2022 - 11.2023

Delivery Driver

Uber/Lyft
07.2020 - 10.2024

Front End Manager

Natural Grocers
10.2019 - 07.2020

Commercial Manager/Dispatcher Manager

Oreilly Auto Parts
11.2014 - 10.2019

Retail Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
10.2013 - 11.2014

Parts Counter Professional

Uni-Select USA Inc
01.2010 - 01.2013

Store Manager

Parts Depot, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2010