Eric Jore
Apopka,FL
Summary
Results-driven Government Sales Manager with a strong track record in client relationship management, sales strategy development, and market analysis. Proven ability to enhance customer loyalty and drive revenue growth through effective communication and leadership.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Government Sales Manager
Step One Automotive Group
Ft. Walton Beach, FA
05.2021 - Current
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to refine product positioning and pricing strategies.
- Managed key accounts, fostering relationships that led to repeat business and customer loyalty.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
Fleet Manager
Coggin Ford
Jacksonville, FL
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Prepared Government Bids & Quotes for both the State of Florida & Florida Sheriff's Association.
- Managed the development and preparation of documents related to delivery and scheduled drivers.
- New business procurement.
- Assisted Fleet Director in keeping flow schedule of units incoming & in process for timely deliveries to customers.
- In 2020 I bid Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Honda, Hyundai & Kia brands for State of Florida.
- In 2021 I bid on the Florida Sheriff's Association very successfully by using our Asbury Corporate partners.
- Was ranked 4th in the southeast for Government Sales for 2020 from FCA (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep & Ram).
Government Fleet Sales Manager
Prestige Ford
Mount Dora, FL
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Prepared & submitted all Government Bids & Quotes.
- Ordered all Government Sales units from Manufacturer.
- Coordinated with upfitters for timely completion of vehicles. Processed paperwork for deliveries.
- Oversaw Factory & Customer Receivables.
- Scheduled deliveries to customers with a team of 6-8 drivers.
- Maintained a presence on the State of Florida & Florida Sheriff's Association vehicle contracts. Received the Top 25 in Government Sales for 2019.
- New business procurement.
Fleet Manager
Don Reid Ford
Maitland, FL
03.1977 - 03.2017
- Started the Fleet Department from the ground up.
- we did short term rentals.
- In house leasing.
- Courtesy deliveries.
- It became one of the largest Fleet Departments in Florida and was recognized by Ford Motor Company in the Top 25 in the Country for Government Sales multiple years.
- The department had 2 Commercial Sales Representatives & 2-3 Administrative Assistants, along with 15-18 drivers who delivered fleet units.
- Oversaw both Factory and Customer receivables and ordered all my own vehicles from the manufacturer.
- Coordinated with upfit vendors for quick turnaround.
- Prepared and submitted all bids and quotes requested from Government Customers including State of Florida & Florida Sheriff's Association.
- New business procurement.
Education
Associate of Science - Business
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL06-1984
Skills
- 49 years experience in both government & commercial sales
- Large book of customers & contacts
- Ford Motor Company Certified
- Proven leader
- Client relationship procurement & management
- Sales expertise
- Product knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Goals & performance
Timeline
Government Sales Manager
Step One Automotive Group
05.2021 - Current
Fleet Manager
Coggin Ford
10.2019 - 02.2021
Government Fleet Sales Manager
Prestige Ford
05.2017 - 09.2019
Fleet Manager
Don Reid Ford
03.1977 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Business
Seminole State College of Florida