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I enjoy reading, walking, journaling, being kind and giving grace.
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Dominique Thys

Chester

Summary

District Sales Manager with 5 years of industry success. Passionate about transforming territory sales and marketing programs. Demonstrated track record of aligning sales and marketing initiatives to influence buying decisions. Resolves complex solutions and implements data-driven recommendations. Skilled in learning and adapting to changing environments in competitive landscapes. Understands customer needs and provides optimal solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

CADILLAC DISTRICT SALES MANAGER

General Motors, GM
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Responsible for 15 contact stores
  • Trusted advisor to Dealer Operators; focused on increasing market share, advising on consumer behavior, the digital landscape, product pipeline, business planning, and profitability
  • Coached management on sales effectiveness strategies, led training for consultant teams, increasing engagement, brand awareness, and ambassadorship
  • Change agent for the electric vehicle market, changing minds around what it means to drive an electric vehicle; the evolving landscape and infrastructure
  • Managed 12 successful in-store launch events for Cadillac's first ever all electric vehicle
  • Key Achievements: Coordinated the first in-person Local Marketing Association meeting for the Hartford DMA in over 10 years
  • Year-Over-Year District sales increase of 11.4% as of June 1, 2024
  • Year-Over-Year District Certified Pre-Owned sales increase of 1.7% as of June 1, 2024
  • Consensus allocation attainment calendar year to date as of June 2024, is 114.2%; ranking 3/39 nationally
  • Achieved 93% National Automobile Dealers Association Winter 2024 response for the district.
  • Collaborated closely with other district managers to share best practices, learnings, and drive overall success of the organization.
  • Improved team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.

CADILLAC DISTRICT SALES MANAGER

General Motors, GM
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Responsible for 12 contact stores and 6 non-contact remote stores
  • Key Achievements: December 2019 Month-Over-Month District sales increase of 12.1%
  • December 2019 Year-Over-Year District sales increase of 10.3%
  • Achieved 100% NADA Summer 2020 survey response for tier 1 Dealers
  • Increased Dealership Local Marketing Participation in District by 8%
  • Calendar Year-To-Date Market Share growth increase by 0.84%
  • Calendar Year-To-Date Exclusive Dealer profitability above target goal by 27%.

District Manager Program Development

General Motors, GM
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • District Manager Development Program
  • Key Achievements: One-month rotation at a Cadillac exclusive dealership, Bergstrom Cadillac in Madison, Wisconsin
  • First in class to complete 100% Global Connect required training
  • Received in-depth training in GM Sales systems; Consensus, DOSP, NASR, EZQ, GMF Lease Dashboard, Compass, CSSR, CSI, SFE, EBE, Pinnacle, Marchex, LMA, Incentive Management, DART, and Drive Growth.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Senior HR Coordinator

General Motors, GM
08.2017 - 03.2019
  • HR Coordinator
  • Executive Assistant to the HR Director of Global Cadillac
  • Managed 6 vendors who supported the operations of Cadillac HQ, and Cadillac House
  • Managed all Cadillac HQ events
  • Supervised Cadillac mail, reception and security services personnel
  • Managed and maintained HR and Facilities budget spend and forecast; $4.8 million per year
  • Processed all employee onboarding and offboarding operations
  • Processed all invoices, including SAP Purchase Orders for all Cadillac HQ and Cadillac House needs
  • Tracked monthly leadership recognition reports; targeted to eliminate 0% points utilization of any leader by year-end (2018)
  • Cadillac culture: coordinated HR education series as a follow-up action item from our 2018 Workplace of Choice employee feedback sessions; 20 sessions facilitated year-to-date
  • Lead all coordination of crisis situations e.g
  • Inclement weather alerts
  • Safety representative for Cadillac HQ and ensured all Global Workplace Safety system annual metrics were tracked, reported, and achieved
  • Launched Cadillac annual Safety Week 2018, including Active Shooter Training and AED/CPR and Adult First-Aid onsite certification
  • Key Achievements: Negotiated Cadillac Executive parking at Cruise facility, resulting in $34,200 savings over a 6-month period
  • Supported employee engagement by initiating opportunities for local volunteer activities
  • Liaised with local Non-Profit Organization, The Hudson Square Bid on 'A Wish for the World' project, July 2018
  • Liaised with General Motors Corporate Giving Team on tutoring, mentoring and internship opportunities
  • Negotiated and implemented a new coffee vending service, resulting in $18,000 per year savings.
  • Managed company-wide recognition programs to boost morale and foster a positive work environment.
  • Improved overall employee satisfaction through conducting regular surveys and addressing concerns proactively.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Television & Radio -

Brooklyn College, City University of New York
05.2014

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Sales Team Leadership
  • Goal Setting
  • Sales Presentations
  • Relationship building and management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Business development and planning

I enjoy reading, walking, journaling, being kind and giving grace.

Reading allows me keep learning and growing, walking gives me time outdoors, journaling allows me to express my thoughts, while being kind and having grace are characteristics that are innate and at the core of who I am.

Timeline

CADILLAC DISTRICT SALES MANAGER

General Motors, GM
09.2021 - 07.2024

CADILLAC DISTRICT SALES MANAGER

General Motors, GM
10.2019 - 09.2021

District Manager Program Development

General Motors, GM
03.2019 - 10.2019

Senior HR Coordinator

General Motors, GM
08.2017 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Arts in Television & Radio -

Brooklyn College, City University of New York

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