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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
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
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
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
02.2017 - 02.2019


  • Achieved Number One salesperson in 2018
  • Provided excellent customer service

Project Sales Interiors

Lowes Home Improvement
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
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!
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. MN
06.1979

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
James Block