Jerry Shinn
Kerrville,TX
Summary
Dynamic Finance and Sales Director with over 15 years of experience in the automotive and financial industries, recognized for a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and effectively resolving complex challenges. Skilled in driving significant improvements in both front- and back-end profitability while leveraging strategic insights to foster growth. Committed to implementing innovative solutions that elevate organizational performance and deliver exceptional results. Passionate about cultivating strong client relationships to thrive in competitive markets.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Zia Credit Solutions
05.2017 - Current
- Oversaw operations and strategic growth across a five-state territory.
- Managed all aspects of day-to-day operations to support organizational goals.
- Implemented strategies to maintain high levels of client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with lead providers while delivering comprehensive recruitment training programs.
- Participated in ongoing training initiatives to optimize credit management processes and ensure precision.
Finance Director
Contracted
02.2012 - 01.2019
- Oversaw maintenance of over $2100 per copy across multiple locations.
- Facilitated submission of customer applications to lenders and negotiated final terms with clients.
- Educated customers on financing and insurance solutions, ensuring comprehensive understanding of manufacturer warranties and aftermarket products.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with lending institutions to optimize financing options and interest rates.
- Managed comprehensive processing of financing and leasing transactions, ensuring precision and compliance with Dealertrack, Route One, and CUDL platforms.
- Compiled comprehensive stipulations to expedite funding processes.
- Maintained a warranty penetration of 81%.
Finance Director
Van Tuyl Dealerships (Reliable Chevrolet & Nissan)
05.2005 - 02.2012
- Led department consistently ranked among top three dealers within VT organization.
- Directed financial strategies and collaborated with finance producers to maintain an average revenue of $1,975 per copy.
- Managed initiatives to uphold a Customer Service Index (CSI) average of 94.9% within the department.
- Cultivated and sustained strategic partnerships with lenders.
- Ensured that all finance rate quotes were given in accordance with the rate matrix.
- Utilized Intra-Vision to assure that all producers were in compliance with Federal and State laws and company policies.
- Engaged in monthly meetings with corporate finance directors to facilitate strategic financial discussions.
- Streamlined contract processing procedures, achieving a maximum transit time of four days.
- Developed and refined annual departmental forecasts to enhance financial planning.
Education
Business -
University of Colorado
Denver, CO01-2002
Finance -
United Credit Education University
Irvine2014
Skills
- ADP software proficiency
- Familiarity with federal compliance standards
- Staff training and mentoring
- Credit report analysis
- Meticulous attention
Timeline
General Manager
Zia Credit Solutions
05.2017 - Current
Finance Director
Contracted
02.2012 - 01.2019
Finance Director
Van Tuyl Dealerships (Reliable Chevrolet & Nissan)
05.2005 - 02.2012
Finance -
United Credit Education University
Business -
University of Colorado