Derrick Griffith
Hurricane,West Virginia
Summary
General Manager and Sales Manager with extensive experience in sales operations and strategic account development. Excels in cultivating partnerships and enhancing customer satisfaction, leading to increased revenue and market growth. Passionate about empowering teams through training and innovative process improvements to achieve exceptional performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Moses Auto Group
Morgantown, WV
01.2026 - Current
- Directed financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Streamlined budgeting processes, enhancing accuracy and accountability across departments.
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies.
- Developed financial forecasts, providing strategic insights for executive decision-making.
Assistant General Sales Manager
Bill Cole Ford & Lincoln
Ashland, Kentucky
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Guided sales team to exceed targets, enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting dealership revenue.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in improved team efficiency and increased sales conversion rates.
- Developed strategic partnerships, driving growth and expanding market presence.
- Implemented training programs, fostering skill development and elevating team performance.
- Analyzed market trends, optimizing inventory management and maximizing profitability.
Sales Manager
Moses Auto Group
Charleston, West Virginia
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
- Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
- Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
Finance Manager
Moses Auto Group
Charleston, West Virginia
10.2016 - 07.2024
- Negotiated terms with banks and other financial institutions to secure financing and optimize terms.
- Enhanced financial systems and processes through the implementation of technology solutions.
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
Salesperson
Moses Auto Group
Charleston, West Virginia
01.2001 - 10.2016
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluated customer needs actively.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products or services for their needs.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Princeton High School
Skills
- Assisted in training sales teams on product knowledge and customer engagement techniques Supported team members in achieving sales goals through collaborative learning sessions Facilitated role-playing exercises to enhance communication skills
- Assisted in managing sales operations to support team objectives Coordinated with team members to streamline processes and improve efficiency Provided administrative support to enhance sales performance
- Directed territory sales management strategies to optimize market penetration
- Led strategic account development initiatives to enhance client relationships
Timeline
Finance Manager
Moses Auto Group
01.2026 - Current
Assistant General Sales Manager
Bill Cole Ford & Lincoln
02.2025 - 01.2026
Sales Manager
Moses Auto Group
07.2024 - 02.2025
Finance Manager
Moses Auto Group
10.2016 - 07.2024
Salesperson
Moses Auto Group
01.2001 - 10.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Princeton High School