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Derek Hammock

Port Richey,Florida
Derek Hammock

Summary

Dynamic Automotive Sales Manager with a proven track record at Palm/Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC, enhancing inventory management and customer satisfaction. Expert in CRM platforms and sales training, I boosted team performance significantly. Skilled in fostering teamwork and implementing effective sales strategies, my leadership has consistently exceeded sales goals and improved team collaboration.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

Palm/Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC

Automotive Sales Manager
07.2013 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Improved inventory management through regular analysis of sales trends, ensuring optimal vehicle selection for customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Liaised with vehicle sales representatives to review sales versus objectives, needs and growth opportunities and resolve customer complaints.
  • Boosted team performance by conducting regular coaching sessions, performance reviews, and goal-setting exercises.
  • Recruited, hired, trained and managed sales team to set, achieve and exceed sales goals while controlling expenses and exceeding profit and CSI objectives.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members.
  • Served as a liaison between sales staff and upper management, ensuring smooth communication of goals, expectations, and performance metrics.
  • Coached individual team members on daily basis to maximize unit volume, gross profit and earnings potential.
  • Maintained high standards of professionalism by enforcing ethical business practices among all staff members involved in sales transactions.
  • Implemented employee training programs focused on product knowledge, negotiation tactics, and closing techniques to enhance overall sales team effectiveness.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.

Plattner's Chevrolet Buick

Automotive Sales Manager
03.2007 - 07.2013

Job overview

Same As Above

Plattner's LaBelle Chysler Dodge Plymouth

Sales Associate
10.2004 - 03.2007

Job overview

Charlotte Honda/Volkswagen

Automotive Sales Consultant
12.1997 - 10.2004

Job overview

Education

Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL

N/A

University Overview

DeSoto County High School / LBJ Job Corp
Arcadia, FL / Franklin, NC

GED from Required
11.1997

University Overview

Skills

  • Sales operations
  • Sales Presentations
  • Product Knowledge
  • CRM Platforms
  • Sales Training
  • Hiring
  • Direct Sales
  • Recruiting
  • CRM Software
  • Promotional strategies
  • Recruitment and training
  • Deal Closing
  • Test drives
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Team Development
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Negotiation Management
  • Price Negotiation
  • Sales Coaching
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building
  • Goal Setting and Achievement
  • Team building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Business development and planning
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Client Relations
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Sales processes
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Operations Management
  • Sales process
  • Goal Setting
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Professionalism
  • Customer Complaint Resolution
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Solution selling
  • Sales strategy
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written Communication
  • Training development
  • Team Recruiting and Onboarding
  • Sales Reporting
  • Sales coordination
  • Document Management
  • Sales Tracking
  • Client Base Retention
  • New Hire Onboarding
  • Marketing Strategy Development
  • Closing Techniques
  • Data Confidentiality
  • Operating Procedures and Policies
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Employee Retention
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

Automotive Sales Manager
Palm/Gettel Chevrolet Buick GMC
07.2013 - 01.2015
Automotive Sales Manager
Plattner's Chevrolet Buick
03.2007 - 07.2013
Sales Associate
Plattner's LaBelle Chysler Dodge Plymouth
10.2004 - 03.2007
Automotive Sales Consultant
Charlotte Honda/Volkswagen
12.1997 - 10.2004
Polk State College
N/A
DeSoto County High School / LBJ Job Corp
GED from Required
Derek Hammock