Kareem Jason Raposo
Parrish,FL
Summary
Results-driven automotive executive with 28 years of experience in retail management, finance, and sales. Proven track record of driving profit growth, improving customer satisfaction, and developing high-performing teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager / American Honda Approved "Dealer Manager"
Lithia Motors
Montclair, NJ
12.2022 - Current
- - Lead dealership operations, ensuring compliance with brand standards and performance benchmarks
- - Manage personnel, implement company policies, and track KPIs
- - Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and fun.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
Variable Operations Director/Platform Manager
DENNIS & CO. AUTO GROUP
01.2022 - 01.2022
- - Managed personnel and implemented company policies
- - Developed and measured key performance indicators (KPIs)
General Manager
PERFORMANCE AUTO GROUP NJ
01.2022 - 01.2022
- - Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, and training
- - Developed relationships with customers and suppliers
New Car and Commercial Van Sales Manager
MERCEDES BENZ MANHATTAN
01.2018 - 01.2022
- - Implemented training programs and evaluated staff performance
- - Maximized profit through effective deal structuring and negotiation
Business Manager
MERCEDES BENZ OF PARAMUS
01.2017 - 01.2018
- - Developed relationships with lenders and protected dealership interests
Finance Director
RT 4 CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE
01.2015 - 01.2017
- - Oversaw day-to-day finance department operations
- - Implemented a new F&I process that increased gross profit
Finance Director/Sales Manager
DIFEO CHEVROLET BUICK PONTIAC GMC SATURN SUBARU
01.2004 - 01.2013
Finance Manager
PISTILLI FORD and ALL AMERICAN FORD
01.2000 - 01.2004
Sales Consultant/Sales Manager
BOB CIASULLI JEEP HYUNDAI LEXUS
01.1998 - 01.2000
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Seton Hall Prep
01.1996
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Clear communicator
- Efficient multi-tasker
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Manager / American Honda Approved "Dealer Manager"
Lithia Motors
12.2022 - Current
Variable Operations Director/Platform Manager
DENNIS & CO. AUTO GROUP
01.2022 - 01.2022
General Manager
PERFORMANCE AUTO GROUP NJ
01.2022 - 01.2022
New Car and Commercial Van Sales Manager
MERCEDES BENZ MANHATTAN
01.2018 - 01.2022
Business Manager
MERCEDES BENZ OF PARAMUS
01.2017 - 01.2018
Finance Director
RT 4 CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE
01.2015 - 01.2017
Finance Director/Sales Manager
DIFEO CHEVROLET BUICK PONTIAC GMC SATURN SUBARU
01.2004 - 01.2013
Finance Manager
PISTILLI FORD and ALL AMERICAN FORD
01.2000 - 01.2004
Sales Consultant/Sales Manager
BOB CIASULLI JEEP HYUNDAI LEXUS
01.1998 - 01.2000
High School Diploma - undefined
Seton Hall Prep