Jason Cavins
Evansville,IN
Summary
Client-focused Business Manager offering diverse experience in customer service, business management and project coordination. Quickly builds relationships with both new clients and business audiences. Quick-learning with excellent multi-tasking skills and mastery of new technology. Commended for innovation and creative problem-solving to address business challenges.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Manager
KATE FAUPEL FORD
01.2024 - Current
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.
- Provided feedback on effectiveness of strategies, selling programs and initiatives and identified areas requiring improvement.
Business Manager
LOU FUSZ MAZDA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Supported business management projects by monitoring and tracking risks, issues and action items.
- Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.
- Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Business Manager
EVANSVILLE HYUNDAI
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced and redefined organizational structure to maintain competitive edge across territories.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
- Oversaw and improved deliveries through proactive coordination of daily operations.
- Established new revenue streams through targeted marketing initiatives and product diversification efforts.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Business Manager
Expressway Auto Group
01.2000 - 12.2021
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.
- Cultivated a high-performance team through targeted recruitment efforts, training programs, and performance management systems.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by implementing an effective feedback system and addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.
Education
TECHNICAL DEGREE - Business Communications/ CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN01.1999
Skills
- Employee Management
- Needs Assessment
- Employee Relations
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Staff Training
- Operational leadership
- Negotiation
Certification
PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE
COMMERCIAL DRONE LICENSE
JOURNEYMAN CARPENTERS LICENSE
Timeline
Business Manager
KATE FAUPEL FORD
01.2024 - Current
Business Manager
LOU FUSZ MAZDA
03.2023 - 01.2024
Business Manager
EVANSVILLE HYUNDAI
01.2022 - 03.2023
Business Manager
Expressway Auto Group
01.2000 - 12.2021
TECHNICAL DEGREE - Business Communications/ CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana