Eric Thomas
Meridianville,AL
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record in driving sales growth and team development. Demonstrated expertise in budget management and strategic planning, achieving 180% sales increase in home center inventory.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
CMH Inc
Albertville, AL
11.2016 - Current
- Managed daily business operations, overseeing budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service, and sales to ensure seamless operations.
- Developed four team members into leaders, enhancing support for two retail locations and one retail sales trainer.
- Cultivated strong relationships with internal teams, facilitating visits from the Clayton Alabama manufacturing team to address concerns and maintain continuity.
- Created strong internal CMH Inc relationships including inviting Clayton Alabama (Addison) manufacturing team to visit the dealership to discuss concerns and ensure continued continuity.
- Home center #607 supports the CMH Inc brand with 60% - 70% capture rate with Vanderbilt Mortgage & Finance.
Area Sales Manager
Hyde Homes
Huntsville, AL
10.2013 - 10.2016
- Increased builder total sales by 85% by the end of 2014.
- Led sales groups across Athens, Huntsville, and Fayetteville, TN, enhancing regional sales strategies.
- Supported 12 new home communities, collaborating with 30 realtors to expand market presence in Tennessee Valley.
- Obtained broker license for builder, facilitating compliance and client relations., ensuring compliance and effective client relations.
- Participated in the Madison County Builders Association.
Onsite Sales Agent
Hunter Homes & Properties
Huntsville, AL
01.2010 - 09.2013
- Cultivated relationships with clients to assess and address their specific needs.
- Managed listings on multiple real estate platforms and social media.
- Coordinated open houses, enhancing property visibility and engagement with potential buyers.
- Supported management of two planned urban developments in Madison County, overseeing 3 phases with approximately 60 units each.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Acquisition And Conctract Management
Athens State University
Athens, AL08-2012
Skills
- Sales management
- Market analysis
- Budget management
- Inventory control
- Business operations
- Team leadership
- Leadership
- Performance metrics
- Customer relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
- ALDOI Alabama Producer
- GADOI Georgia Producer
Accomplishments
- Top 5 Homecenter 2023 - 2025 SER
- #1 Units Sold 2023 - 2025 SER
Timeline
General Manager
CMH Inc
11.2016 - Current
Area Sales Manager
Hyde Homes
10.2013 - 10.2016
Onsite Sales Agent
Hunter Homes & Properties
01.2010 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Acquisition And Conctract Management
Athens State University