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Jedadiah Kuhlman

Wellington

Summary

Dynamic Multi-Unit Manager with over 28 years of experience in Automotive industry. A proven track record at Fullspeed Automotive, excelling in operations management and staff development. Achieved significant sales growth through targeted marketing strategies and enhanced employee engagement. Known for strong analytical thinking and effective communication, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance across multiple locations.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Multi-Unit Manager

Fullspeed Automotive
12.2022 - 04.2025
  • Developed strong teams within each unit through effective recruitment, coaching, and mentoring efforts.
  • Optimized scheduling practices for better coverage during peak hours, enhancing both staff productivity and customer satisfaction rates.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction through the development of comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
  • Boosted sales performance by identifying growth opportunities and implementing targeted marketing strategies.
  • Led multi-unit teams through periods of change while maintaining high levels of productivity and morale.
  • Increased overall efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing standardized processes across multiple units.
  • Established key performance indicators for each location, tracking progress towards organizational objectives regularly.
  • Created a culture of accountability across all units by setting clear expectations for team members at every level within the organization.
  • Improved customer experience across all locations by conducting regular audits, analyzing feedback, and addressing areas for improvement.
  • Defined clear targets (weekly, monthly, yearly) developed training, communications, cadence to achieve targets.
  • Trained personnel in maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills based on "customer first".
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Set operational standards for 12-22 locations, in multiple states.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained positive EBATA 20%.

High Level Center Manager

Leeds West Groups
02.2020 - 09.2022
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to ensure a skilled workforce capable of meeting center objectives.
  • Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with company and industry standards.
  • Established performance metrics and conducted regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous growth.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through effective leadership, open communication channels, and regular team-building activities.
  • Successfully resolved client concerns by actively listening to their needs and proposing viable solutions that met their expectations.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Increased employee productivity by providing comprehensive training programs and fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Managed work and performance of more than 30 employees, at 3 locations.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability to meet customer demands.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
  • Managed a team of sales representatives, increasing commission sales within multiple locations and team members.
  • Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead. Lead team to exceed all high level targets.

Center Manager

Trust Diesel and Auto
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to ensure a skilled workforce capable of meeting center objectives.
  • Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with company and industry standards.
  • Established performance metrics and conducted regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous growth.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through effective leadership, open communication channels, and regular team-building activities.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Increased monthly sales over $100,000.00 highest sales of company. Maintained those numbers while building customer base.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Education

Associates Degree - Computerized Accounting

IBMC
Fort Collins

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Staff development, sales growth and employee engagement through training and development
  • Multitasking, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail
  • Excellent communication, verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making, adaptability, flexibility, reliability
  • Analytical thinking and conflict resolution, while maintaining professional demeanor
  • Risk management

Timeline

Multi-Unit Manager

Fullspeed Automotive
12.2022 - 04.2025

High Level Center Manager

Leeds West Groups
02.2020 - 09.2022

Center Manager

Trust Diesel and Auto
10.2017 - 09.2020

Associates Degree - Computerized Accounting

IBMC
Jedadiah Kuhlman