Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
AWARDS
PERSONAL INFORMATION
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James Gray

James Gray

New Carlisle,OH

Summary

My background spans nearly every facet of the automotive industry, including dealership parts, service and sales, dealership software solutions and OEM relationships. This diverse experience has given me a comprehensive understanding of dealership operations.

Throughout my career, I've enjoyed simplifying complex concepts, earning trust, and communicating effectively with customers, business owners, and leadership teams. I am now seeking to leverage my industry knowledge, communication skills, and passion for developing people in a corporate sales trainer role, helping the next generation of sales professionals build the confidence, knowledge, and skills to succeed.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aftermarket Parts & Service Sales

Rush Truck Centers
10.2025 - Current

• Manage parts sales, service scheduling, and repair coordination across multiple customer accounts.
• Identify customer needs and recommend maintenance or repair solutions that improve uptime and performance.
• Source and quote OEM and aftermarket parts accurately and efficiently while maintaining margin and availability targets.
• Collaborate with service, warranty, and vendor teams to deliver seamless customer experiences from order to completion.
• Use CRM tools and follow up processes to track orders, manage accounts, and maintain ongoing communication with clients.
• Stay current on product updates, pricing, and promotions to provide informed, data driven recommendations that build trust and repeat business.

Automotive Sales Consultant & Service Advisor

Jeff Wyler Automotive Family
02.2019 - 05.2022
  • Held dual roles at a high volume, multi brand dealership, beginning in service before transitioning to sales.
  • Sales Consultant: Sold new and pre-owned vehicles, guiding clients through the full sales process.
  • Maintained product knowledge to build trust and present value.
  • Managed leads and showroom traffic using CRM tools.
  • Service Advisor: Served as liaison between customers and technicians, managing service appointments.
  • Explained repairs in customer-friendly terms and coordinated workflow with parts and service teams.
  • Consistently met CSI targets through clear communication and follow-up.

SaaS Sales Development Representative

Dynatron Software
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supported top of funnel sales for a SaaS company providing fixed operations solutions to automotive dealerships.
  • Conducted high volume cold calls and email outreach to dealership service managers and fixed ops leaders nationwide.
  • Used CRM and sales engagement tools to manage outreach cadence, track responses, and qualify leads.
  • Scheduled discovery calls and demos to hand off qualified prospects to account executives.

New & Used Commercial Truck Consultant

Fyda Freightliner Columbus Inc.
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Provide consultative sales of new and pre-owned Freightliner and Western Star trucks to owner operators and fleets, guiding clients through high value purchasing decisions in a competitive, high volume dealership.
  • Manage the full sales cycle from spec consultations and trade in assessments to financing and delivery.
  • Match client needs to optimal configurations while staying current on products, warranties, and market trends.
  • Generate leads and manage pipelines using CRM systems, social media, and video content.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth transactions and long term client relationships.

Outside Sales Representative

Fastenal
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Managed a B2B sales territory serving industrial clients in manufacturing, construction, and service sectors.
  • Handled full sales cycle from prospecting and quoting to fulfillment and post-sale support.
  • Built relationships with procurement managers and business owners through value-based selling.
  • Delivered tailored inventory solutions, including bin stock and vending programs, to improve efficiency.
  • Used CRM tools to manage pipelines, track metrics, and forecast opportunities.
  • Partnered with inside sales, operations, and distribution teams to ensure seamless service.

Real Estate Sales Consultant

Glasshouse Realty Group
07.2017 - 01.2024
  • Provide full service real estate guidance for buyers and sellers across the Dayton and Miami Valley region.
  • Guide clients through market analysis, negotiations, inspections, and closing.
  • Manage multiple transactions while coordinating with lenders, inspectors, and title companies.
  • Use MLS, CRM tools, and social media to generate leads, market listings, and maintain pipelines.
  • Support first time buyers and move up sellers in navigating offers and contingencies.

Education

Certificate Program - Real Estate

Hondros College of Business
Fairborn, OH
06-2017

Certificate Program - Automotive Technology

Springfield - Clark Career Technology Center
Springfield, OH
06-2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Tecumseh High School
New Carlisle, OH
06-2017

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Content marketing
  • Market analysis
  • Sales strategy
  • Contract Negotiation & Management
  • SaaS & Software Sales
  • CRM software
  • B2B sales
  • Social media marketing
  • Cold calling
  • Lead generation
  • Product marketing

Affiliations

  • Board Member - The Gathering of The Miami Valley - Serve on the leadership board of a regional ministry, contributing to planning, outreach, and events while fostering partnerships and supporting growth. (2025)
  • Leader - Young Life - Volunteered as a mentor to high school students, leading weekly events, small groups, and camp trips while fostering a welcoming, faith based environment. (2017)

Certification

  • Leadership Development Certification - Completed a Community Leadership Academy on servant leadership and local government, economy, and community systems, including monthly sessions and a group project supporting a community organization. (2023)
  • Certified 'Top Dog' Service Advisor - Chris Collins Service Advisor Training Program -Earned Top Dog Certification after completing Chris Collins Service Advisor 101, a six-month program focused on the PET framework, customer relationship building, and strategies to increase repair order growth and service efficiency. (2019)
  • Automotive Technology Certification - Completed a two year Automotive Technology program with hands on training in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, gaining experience in engines, suspension, brakes, electrical systems, and shop safety. (2017)
  • Ohio Real Estate License - Completed Ohio real estate pre-licensing education, covering law, contracts, finance, ethics, and property management. (2017)

AWARDS

Silver Club Sales Award - $4M+ closed real estate volume (2023), Brokerage Rising Star Award - Top producing young agent (2023), Sales Leaders Awards Club - $2.5M+ closed sales volume (2023), Million Dollar Sales Club - $1.3M closed sales at 19 years old (2019), Top Dog Service Advisor - Outstanding performance in service growth and customer relations (2019)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Authorized To Work: US
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
  • Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Aftermarket Parts & Service Sales

Rush Truck Centers
10.2025 - Current

New & Used Commercial Truck Consultant

Fyda Freightliner Columbus Inc.
01.2024 - 11.2025

SaaS Sales Development Representative

Dynatron Software
01.2023 - 05.2023

Automotive Sales Consultant & Service Advisor

Jeff Wyler Automotive Family
02.2019 - 05.2022

Outside Sales Representative

Fastenal
02.2018 - 02.2019

Real Estate Sales Consultant

Glasshouse Realty Group
07.2017 - 01.2024

Certificate Program - Automotive Technology

Springfield - Clark Career Technology Center

High School Diploma - undefined

Tecumseh High School

Certificate Program - Real Estate

Hondros College of Business
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