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Derrick Gaskins

Hartford

Summary

Experienced wholesale manager at Hertz with a successful history of selling cars to dealerships across the country. Located in Connecticut, I am pursuing a more flexible position to utilize my exceptional charisma and results-driven approach. Excited to bring my skills to a progressive company that prioritizes mutual growth and achievement.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Wholesale Manager

HERTZ
09.2024 - Current
  • Selling cars to dealerships for their used inventory. Creating a sales process from start to finish. Automate a sales process from start to finish. Maintain the fleet in the entire state of Connecticut as a manager.
  • Accolades:
  • 50 cars sold my first 2 months
  • 350 dealers in my book of business in 6 months
  • Average of 55 cars a month after my 3rd month

Collections Account Manager

SAFE HOME SECURITY, INC
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Manage delinquent accounts, develop strategies for timely debt recovery, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Initiate customer contact via phone, email, and correspondence to negotiate payment arrangements.
  • Utilize negotiation techniques to establish repayment plans aligning with company policies and customer capabilities.
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions, agreements, and account statuses using company databases.
  • Achieved top 10 in sales in the first month, generating over $15k in sales.

Sales Consultant

LYNCH TOYOTA
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assist customers in purchasing new and pre-owned vehicles, ensuring a unique and satisfying experience.
  • Address customer concerns with empathy, solving problems effectively.
  • Sold 6 cars in the first month, averaging 12-15 sales per month in the first year.
  • Match customers with the best vehicles for their needs, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Achieved significant sales growth in a high-ticket sales environment.

District Sales Manager

Frontier
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led door-to-door sales efforts in newly installed Fiber Optic areas, resolving customer issues on-site.
  • Achieved an average of 16-20 sales deals per month, demonstrating strong sales capabilities.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer inquiries and service issues effectively.
  • Recognized for mental toughness and persistence in a challenging sales environment.
  • Promoted by managers for leadership potential, contributing to team and company growth.

District Sales Manager

AT&T
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led door-to-door sales, achieving 16-20 deals monthly by addressing customer needs on-site.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Recognized for mental toughness and persistence in a challenging sales environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential, recommended for team manager role.
  • Secured a new position through exceptional sales performance, underscoring ability to create opportunities.

Education

Jazz Studies

University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT
05.2019

Diploma - undefined

Cooperative Arts & Humanities Highschool
New Haven, CT
06.2017

Skills

  • Retail sales
  • Negotiation
  • Moving
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer service
  • Client services
  • Time management
  • Fast Learner Communication
  • Time Management Direct Sales
  • Door-to-door CRM
  • Negotiation Problem Solving
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Wholesale Manager

HERTZ
09.2024 - Current

Collections Account Manager

SAFE HOME SECURITY, INC
12.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Consultant

LYNCH TOYOTA
01.2023 - 11.2023

District Sales Manager

Frontier
09.2022 - 01.2023

District Sales Manager

AT&T
09.2022 - 01.2023

Diploma - undefined

Cooperative Arts & Humanities Highschool

Jazz Studies

University of Hartford
Derrick Gaskins