GABRIEL MOLINA
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Multifaceted automotive industry professional and licensed Attorney with a strong background in general management, purchasing and sales, budgeting and finance, legal advisory, and strategic negotiation. Proven success as a former CEO and business founder, specializing in insurance company relations, auto parts distribution, and body shop management. Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, evaluation of banking contracts, high-performance team leadership, and marketing analytics focused on driving profitability and business growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales & Purchasing Manager / Banking Contract Evaluation Advisor / Leadership Executive & Marketing Analyst
RAMOS AUTO SALES
Tampa, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Directed team to enhance commercial and operational performance through targeted initiatives.
- Manage the end-to-end vehicle purchasing and sales strategy, maximizing profit margins and inventory turnover.
- Plan, control, and execute operational and sales budgets (budgeting and finance) to ensure profitability.
- Analyze, review, and specialize in evaluating financing contracts with banking institutions, mitigating legal and financial risks.
- Supervise the financial viability of credit operations and bank transactions for clients.
- Evaluate trade-in vehicles for value and condition to determine resale potential.
- Negotiate sales terms with customers to finalize agreements effectively.
- Perform vehicle inspections to assess the condition of vehicles for sale.
- Developed marketing strategies and materials to effectively promote dealership services and increase visibility of used car inventory.
- Maintained relationships with financing partners to streamline customer transactions and ensure compliance with state laws in motor vehicle sales.
- Provide support to other departments within the dealership, such as the finance and parts departments.
CEO & Founder
AUTO ESTETICA 2010
Barquisimeto, Venezuela
09.2010 - 03.2017
- Founded and successfully directed a company specializing in vehicle collision repair (body shop) and auto parts distribution.
- Developed and controlled the company's general budget, operational cost controls, cash flow, and profit margins per repair.
- Managed direct commercial, budgetary, and operational relationships with major insurance companies.
- Led all business areas, including administration, financial control, vendor management, and technical team supervision.
- Managed inventory control and supplier relationships for automotive products.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure quality service delivery to customers.
Legal Advisor
BONILLA GIMENEZ & ASSOCIATES
Barquisimeto,Venezuela
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Provided comprehensive legal counsel, drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the firm's and clients' interests.
- Applied advanced legal knowledge toward dispute resolution and corporate affairs.
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations in various matters.
Sales & Operations Commercial Advisor
AUTO SPORT
Barquisimeto, Venezuela
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Actively participated in dealership operations, gaining early experience in customer service, sales processes, and automotive market dynamics.
- Collaborated with sales teams to enhance customer engagement initiatives.
- Analyzed competitor offerings to improve service delivery and product positioning.
Education
Bachelor of Law -
University Yacambu
10-2014
Skills
- Budgeting & Finance: Operational budgeting, cost control, cash flow management, profitability analysis, and financial planning
- Automotive Management: Vehicle purchasing and sales, auto parts distribution, and collision repair (body shop) management
- Legal & Corporate: Contract law, banking contract evaluation, legal counseling, and risk management
- Leadership & Management: Team management, general direction (CEO), and talent development
- Negotiation & Banking: Financial institution relations, credit line optimization, and insurance claims/relations
- Marketing & Strategy: Market analysis, commercial strategies, and customer acquisition
LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English- second language
Timeline
Sales & Purchasing Manager / Banking Contract Evaluation Advisor / Leadership Executive & Marketing Analyst
RAMOS AUTO SALES
08.2019 - Current
Legal Advisor
BONILLA GIMENEZ & ASSOCIATES
06.2015 - 03.2017
CEO & Founder
AUTO ESTETICA 2010
09.2010 - 03.2017
Sales & Operations Commercial Advisor
AUTO SPORT
01.2001 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Law -
University Yacambu