Howard Becker
Sr
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
Accomplished sales professional with 18 years of experience in automotive sales, known for exceptional customer service and a strong track record of exceeding sales targets. Recent experience in manufacturing and production, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to high-quality work in fast-paced environments. Dedicated and dependable with a strong work ethic and effective multitasking abilities.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Napleton Automotive Group
Various Locations
07.2018 - 03.2024
- Assisted customers with purchasing new and used vehicles, providing exceptional customer service and maintaining high satisfaction ratings
- Achieved and exceeded sales targets through effective negotiation and closing techniques, recognized as Top Salesperson multiple times.
Production Assembler
Vanguard National Trailer Corp.
Trenton
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Assembled semi-tractor trailers in a fast-paced, precision-oriented environment
- Ensured high standards of quality and adherence to safety protocols, contributing to a 20% increase in production efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
Sales Associate
Darrell Waltrip Honda
Franklin
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Provided product knowledge and financial advice to facilitate sales
- Developed strong customer relationships and generated repeat business, consistently meeting sales targets.
Sales Associate
Nissan of Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro
06.2009 - 07.2014
- Conducted test drives and explained vehicle features, helping customers make informed decisions
- Managed financing options and completed sales paperwork, ensuring smooth transactions.
Sales Associate
Action Nissan
Nashville
07.2006 - 06.2009
- Assisted customers with purchasing new and used vehicles, providing comprehensive product information and personalized service
- Met and exceeded sales quotas regularly, recognized as Salesperson of the Month multiple times.
Professional Mover
A&S Moving and Storage
Nashville
07.2003 - 06.2006
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise, ensuring items were securely packed and transported safely
- Managed logistics and coordinated moving schedules, resulting in a 98% customer satisfaction rate.
Warehouse Associate/Driver/Printer Apprentice
Colorado Springs Gazette
Colorado Springs
02.1996 - 05.2003
- Stacked and bundled newspapers as they came off the presses, ensuring efficient handling and distribution
- Loaded bundles of newspapers on trucks for delivery to distribution centers, maintaining a 100% on-time delivery record
- Unloaded bundles at distribution centers, optimizing the distribution process
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse after deliveries, contributing to a safe and organized work environment.
Laborer/Carpenter
Yapp Builders
Mokena
10.1989 - 12.1995
- Efficiently dismantled existing structures and prepped sites for new construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Excavated and prepared construction sites by digging trenches, backfilling holes, and compacting earth, improving project timelines by 15%
- Managed the logistics of loading and unloading construction materials, maintaining inventory accuracy and reducing material waste
- Safely positioned ladders, scaffolds, and hoists to facilitate the transport of supplies to rooftops, minimizing safety incidents.
Delivery Driver/Line Cook
Joe's Italian Villa
Palos Heights
05.1986 - 11.1989
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of each delivery, resulting in a 95% customer satisfaction rate
- Customized meal orders to meet specific dietary requirements, enhancing customer loyalty and retention.
Stocker
Jewel-Osco
Oak Lawn
06.1986 - 01.1988
- Streamlined the tracking and organization of departmental receipts for new and reordered merchandise, reducing inventory discrepancies by 20%.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Skills
Bid jobs
Driving large trucks full of furniture
Capable of heavy lifting
Basic math and measuring aptitude
Strong mechanical aptitude
Possesses a reliable vehicle
Dependable and reliable
Self-motivated
Effective at multi-tasking
Timeline
Sales Associate - Napleton Automotive Group
07.2018 - 03.2024
Production Assembler - Vanguard National Trailer Corp.
05.2017 - 06.2018
Sales Associate - Darrell Waltrip Honda
08.2014 - 04.2017
Sales Associate - Nissan of Murfreesboro
06.2009 - 07.2014
Sales Associate - Action Nissan
07.2006 - 06.2009
Professional Mover - A&S Moving and Storage
07.2003 - 06.2006
Warehouse Associate/Driver/Printer Apprentice - Colorado Springs Gazette
02.1996 - 05.2003
Laborer/Carpenter - Yapp Builders
10.1989 - 12.1995
Stocker - Jewel-Osco
06.1986 - 01.1988
Delivery Driver/Line Cook - Joe's Italian Villa
05.1986 - 11.1989
St. Laurence High School - High School Diploma,
Moraine Valley Community College - Associate of Arts, General Studies