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Dennis J. Hite

Troy,MI

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with three decades of experience in sales and finance management. Demonstrated ability to develop effective teams and implement strategies that enhance performance. Consistently achieves and exceeds targets, contributing to overall business success.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Partner/Operator

The Detroit DealMakers
08.2023 - 09.2025

Trained current and new employees on dealership variable operations and evolving responsibilities. Assisted in upholding company policies, procedures, and objectives.

Owner/Partner

InStock Furniture Outlet
03.2021 - 08.2023

Procure and merchandise new wholesale furniture in large-scale retail environments.

General Sales and Finance Director

Suburban Buick-GMC
03.2019 - 03.2020

Led teams of Sales Managers, Finance Managers, and Sales Professionals to improve operational efficiency. Administered New and Used Vehicle inventories for strategic sales positioning. Granted approval for all staff recruitment to ensure quality hires. Consulted on advertising efforts, approving campaigns that enhanced market visibility. Interfaced directly with Manufacturer to optimize inventory management and promotions.

Business Manager

Leman Chevrolet
07.2016 - 03.2019

Administer and coordinate daily functions of finance department alongside sales and profit targets.

General Sales Manager

Grossinger Mercedes, Audi, Lincoln, Volvo, Subaru
09.2014 - 06.2016

1. Trained sales teams, improving their ability to close high-value deals. 2. Managed dealership's six brands, ensuring alignment with corporate standards. 3. Developed presentations that effectively addressed client needs and secured commitments. 4. Collaborated with manufacturers to streamline product offerings.

Internet Sales Manager

Dennison Ford
09.2009 - 07.2014

Oversaw website management, lead tracking, and inventory control. Compiled sales reports to identify trends and opportunities. Provided strategic advertising advice to enhance brand visibility.

Sales Manager/Partner

The Warranty Department/Hite Enterprises
11.2004 - 09.2009

Developed and delivered training programs to improve phone skills of sales team. Created detailed mailing lists for direct marketing efforts in auto warranty sales.

General Manager

Alan Noon Buick-GMC
07.2003 - 11.2004

Directed both variable and fixed operations, driving operational excellence in the dealership. Facilitated minority dealer development initiatives to expand market reach and partnerships.

Owner/Partner

Hite Agency/Detroit Dealmakers/New Car Alternative
09.1996 - 06.2003

Established new highline used automobile sales and service dealership. Owned credit life, disability, and auto service contract insurance operations. Directed promotional sales and inventory management initiatives. Managed all variable operations to optimize profitability.

Finance Director

Don Massey Cadillac-Rolls Royce-Bentley
05.1987 - 08.1996

Managed finance departments, achieving annual profits of 13 million to 18 million. Authorized recruitment of finance staff to enhance departmental capabilities.

New Car Sales Manager

Mark Chevrolet
04.1985 - 09.1989

Directed management of new car inventory, resulting in improved sales opportunities. Led training initiatives for sales professionals, enhancing product knowledge and customer interaction.

Education

No Degree - Physics

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI

Skills

    Sales achievement and goal attainment

    Communication proficiency

    Technical expertise

    Relationship building and networking

References:

Upon Request.

Timeline

Owner/Partner/Operator

The Detroit DealMakers
08.2023 - 09.2025

Owner/Partner

InStock Furniture Outlet
03.2021 - 08.2023

General Sales and Finance Director

Suburban Buick-GMC
03.2019 - 03.2020

Business Manager

Leman Chevrolet
07.2016 - 03.2019

General Sales Manager

Grossinger Mercedes, Audi, Lincoln, Volvo, Subaru
09.2014 - 06.2016

Internet Sales Manager

Dennison Ford
09.2009 - 07.2014

Sales Manager/Partner

The Warranty Department/Hite Enterprises
11.2004 - 09.2009

General Manager

Alan Noon Buick-GMC
07.2003 - 11.2004

Owner/Partner

Hite Agency/Detroit Dealmakers/New Car Alternative
09.1996 - 06.2003

Finance Director

Don Massey Cadillac-Rolls Royce-Bentley
05.1987 - 08.1996

New Car Sales Manager

Mark Chevrolet
04.1985 - 09.1989

No Degree - Physics

Schoolcraft College