Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Gregory Brown

St Louis,MO

Summary

Qualified, knowledgeable sales and operations manager with 15+ years of experience in sales management, operations, and user training, with in fast-paced environments. Skilled in communications with clients and collaborating with various members of the organization to business and financial objectives. Highly adept at increasing revenue, enhancing performance through strategic planning, and proactively looking for engagement opportunities. Proficient in time management, sourcing, problem solving, and sales strategies.


* Project Management

* Relationship Development

* Sales Tracking & CRM

* Product Knowledge

* Leadership & Communication

* Business Development

* Customer Service

*Training & Development

* Team Management

* Analysis & Reporting


Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

GPB Transportation LLC
06.2021 - Current

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Negotiate line haul rates, schedule delivery and pick ups, route planning.
manage business expenses to ensure profitability of business.

Sales Representative

Laura Buick GMC
Collinsville , IL
08.2017 - 06.2021

Sales
Focused on understanding buyer's requirements and interests; matching requirements and interests while
building rapport.
Close sales by overcoming objections; asking for sales; negotiating price; completing sales or purchase
contracts; explaining provisions; explaining and offering warranties, services, and financing; collects
payments and delivering automobiles.
Persistently improving job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading
professional publications.
Consistently enhance dealership reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different
requests; exploring opportunities to add value to business.

Operations Manager

Reliable Trailer Repair
Granite City, IL
02.2016 - 08.2017

Responsible for direction and oversight of the business, including, but not limited to operations,
maintenance, safety/compliance, equipment, and personnel.
Responsible for economic performance and the justification, specification, selection, and purchase of
necessary equipment and systems. As needed, disposal of transportation equipment through sale or trade.
Responsible for managing assets and business to minimize operational expenses while maximizing
equipment utilization.
Assisted sales team with marketing transportation services by providing information about available
capacity and working with existing customers in sales opportunities
Focused on promoting a high degree of integrity, while performing all duties in a professional manner
which promoted the image, growth, profitability, and success of the company

Internet Manager

Dave Sinclair Ford
St. Louis , MO
07.2010 - 02.2016

Responsible for keeping the website updated with the dealership's existing inventory and current prices.
Managed customer leads in highly organized manner, responded to all inquiries in a quick and timely
manner.
Maintained high level of enthusiasm about the vehicles and upselling opportunities
- Proficient and excellent communicator with clients and team members

Managing Partner

Route 66 Hot Rod Parts
St louis, MO
05.1994 - 07.2010

Established networks with client and business groups to form strategic relationships.
Sourced local, national, and multinational suppliers to maintain a wide range of products
Enhanced business success by increasing service, internet, and trade show sales revenue.
Achieved the needs of the expanding corporation by created and implementing effective distribution
systems.
Employed and utilized excellent leadership skills to build, train, and motivate a team of 10+ staff
members.

Education

High School Diploma -

South County Tech
Sunset Hills, Mo
05.1994

Skills

  • Safety Compliance
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Tank Trailers
  • Paperwork Coordination
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Shipping and Packaging
  • Dry Vans
  • DOT Requirements
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Customer Experience
  • Driver Management
  • Auto Delivery
  • Route Logs
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Inquiry Response
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Monthly Inventory
  • Safety Assurance
  • Trucking Dispatching
  • DOT Compliance
  • Vehicle Cleaning
  • Weight Limits
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Fuel Logs
  • Emergency Communications
  • Sales Planning
  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Issue Resolution
  • Task Delegation
  • New Business Development
  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Sales Strategies
  • Process Improvement
  • Public Speaking
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Driven and Determined
  • Business Marketing
  • Financial Planning
  • Accounting Management
  • Staffing Oversight
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Operations Start-Up
  • Budget Controls
  • Project Oversight
  • Operations Management
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Staff Hiring
  • Articulate Communication
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Trend Analysis
  • Risk and Mitigation Analysis
  • Industry Trends Tracking
  • Change Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Training and Development
  • Customer Relations
  • Performance Improvement
  • Financial Administration
  • Professional Networking
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Sales Development
  • Store Layouts
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Balanced Work Ethic
  • Mig and Tig Welding
  • Industry Expertise
  • Quality Control Planning
  • Innovative and Visionary
  • Travel Itineraries
  • Equipment Management
  • Special Assignments
  • Improve Policies
  • Build Revenue Streams
  • Business Presentations
  • Strategize Plans
  • Raising Capital
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Business Management and Development
  • Business Administration
  • Develop Business Structures
  • Negotiation
  • Consulting
  • Inside and Outside Sales
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Product Promotion
  • Staff Training
  • Sales Expertise
  • Prospecting Skills
  • Customer Retention Abilities
  • Post-Sales Support
  • Market Research
  • Problem-Solving Strengths
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Revenue Generation
  • Converting Leads
  • Solution Planning
  • Automotive Knowledge
  • New Business Opportunities
  • Advertising Techniques
  • Buyer Seller Agreements
  • Territory Volume
  • Credit and Debt Card Processing

Accomplishments

Eagle Scout

Timeline

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

GPB Transportation LLC
06.2021 - Current

Sales Representative

Laura Buick GMC
08.2017 - 06.2021

Operations Manager

Reliable Trailer Repair
02.2016 - 08.2017

Internet Manager

Dave Sinclair Ford
07.2010 - 02.2016

Managing Partner

Route 66 Hot Rod Parts
05.1994 - 07.2010

High School Diploma -

South County Tech
Gregory Brown