James Block
Wayzata,MN
Summary
Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Consultant
Morries 394 Hyundai
St. Louis Park, MN
08.2022 - Current
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
- Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
- Maximized customer retention by resolving issues quickly.
Sales Consultant
Motorwerks BMW
Bloomington, MN
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
- Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
Finance Manager/Sales
Morries Minnetonka Mazda
Minnetonka, MN
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Maintain high PVR for dealership
- Provide best funding and product options
- Maintained perfect CSI and sales volume
Sales Consultant
Morries 394 Hyundai
St Louis Park, MN
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Achieved Number One salesperson in 2018
- Provided excellent customer service
Project Sales Interiors
Lowes Home Improvement
Shakopee, MN
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
Maple Grove, MN
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Supervised and evaluated staff, enabling them to improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.
President
Blue Iguana Dba Watts Up!
Los Angeles, CA
09.1987 - 02.2014
- Started a high end lighting company to fill a niche in the Los Angeles Event Market
- Grew company to become a premiere lighting company
- Gross annual sales exceeded four million dollars within first four years
- Built company reputation both nationally and internationally
Education
High School Diploma -
Dwight D Eisenhower High School
Hopkins. MN06.1979
Skills
- Excellent communication and multi tasking skills
- Top Sales Performer
- Fluent in Spanish
- Lead Generation
- Product and Service Knowledge
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Morries 394 Hyundai
08.2022 - Current
Sales Consultant
Motorwerks BMW
12.2021 - 06.2022
Finance Manager/Sales
Morries Minnetonka Mazda
02.2019 - 07.2021
Sales Consultant
Morries 394 Hyundai
02.2017 - 02.2019
Project Sales Interiors
Lowes Home Improvement
09.2015 - 09.2016
Assistant Store Manager
Lowes Home Improvement
01.2014 - 09.2015
President
Blue Iguana Dba Watts Up!
09.1987 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Dwight D Eisenhower High School