James Presley
Houston,TX
Summary
Self-motivated and energetic Car Salesman with strong sales background and effective relationship building and client retention skills strategically negotiates, closes deals and increases sales. Leverages social media and internet marketing with consistent networking and follow-up to meet aggressive sales quotas while maintaining integrity and providing exceptional customer service. Demonstrates natural sense of urgency and passion for cars and trucks while juggling many initiatives to achieve sales objectives in fast-paced competitive environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Bayway Cadillac of The Woodlands
Houston, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Provided customers assistance with any product knowledge concerns
- Maintained 15 car sales average entire tenure
- Obtained Cadillac sales certification
- Obtained salesperson of the month twice within a 6 month span.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques
- Met customers on lot and in showroom to discuss available vehicles and options
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price and completing purchase contracts,
- Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers
Photographer
James Presley Photography
Houston, TX
12.2017 - Current
- Executed digital photography work flow: capturing, downloading, editing, printing, backup and cataloging
- Proficient in 35-200mm, medium format, color or black and white
- Provide photography services to clients for individual, family, and graduation portraits, weddings etc.
Product Technology Specialist
Sewell Automotive Companies
Houston, TX
04.2017 - 07.2020
- Managed inventory usage with sales associates
- Worked closely with vendors, managers and customers to ensure quality service
- Provided knowledge to th sales team and customers about upcoming product functions and features
- Professionalized in deliveries going over every feature to aid the customers buying experience.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Footwear Sales Associate
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Handled multifaceted tasks
- Offer friendly service to customers by responding to their needs
- Ability to answer questions ensuring memorable shopping experience
- Also maintaining merchandise and visual presentation standards throughout the store
- Unloading inventory from trucks and kept count of stock
- Quickly became a trusted sales associate known for"can-do" attitude, with flexibility and high-quality work
- Positive work ethic; and commitment to providing unsurpassed service.
- Created attractive merchandise displays throughout store
Cashier/Customer Service Associate
Fiesta Mart
Houston, TX
07.2012 - 02.2015
- Responsible for balancing money drawers
- Had the ability to deal with cash, checks and credit card transactions as a cashier
- Worked the courtesy booth to process bill paying for customers and cashed checks
- Provided courteous customer service and knowledgeable response to information requests.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Aldine Senior High School
Houston, TX06.2014
Associate's degree - Business Management
University of Houston-Downtown
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dealership experience
- Office Sales Spreadsheets/Accounting Excellent Communication
- Data Entry Overnight Inventory
- MS Excel Typing Windows (all)
- MS PowerPoint 10-Key
- Exceptional customer service
- Sales expertise
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving skills
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Sales Associate
Bayway Cadillac of The Woodlands
02.2021 - Current
Photographer
James Presley Photography
12.2017 - Current
Product Technology Specialist
Sewell Automotive Companies
04.2017 - 07.2020
Footwear Sales Associate
Academy Sports & Outdoors
08.2015 - 02.2017
Cashier/Customer Service Associate
Fiesta Mart
07.2012 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Aldine Senior High School
Associate's degree - Business Management
University of Houston-Downtown
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