Ken Schwartz
Suffern,NY
Summary
Dedicated automotive professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Started fixing my own car before I had a license. My first job was a parts driver where I quickly taught myself the counter position. secured a job as a counterman at a ford dealer. I learned all aspects of the industry. Earned multiple certificates of accomplishments along the way. I took over a severely neglected parts department where warranty and scrapping had not been done in a long time. A new position was created for me when my skills became apparent.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop & Wholesale Counterman
Schultz Ford Lincoln
07.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
AUTOPARTS COUNTERMAN
Autopro Autoparts
05.2014 - 07.2024
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers
Route Sales Representative
Mac Tools
04.2007 - 08.2017
- Delivered top customer satisfaction, reviewing feedback closely, and addressing needs and requests of account holders.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers using good communication and follow-through abilities.
- Boosted revenues by upselling and cross-selling products to new and established customers.
- Collaborated with customers to identify needs and provided catered solutions.
- I Took over a neglected route and spent a lot of time rebuilding trust in the company name and getting customers to purchase tools from me.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spring Valley HighSchool
Spring Valley, NYSkills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Motivated
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Sales
- Interpersonal Communication
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Started fixing my own car before I had a license.
- My first job was a parts driver where I quickly taught myself the counter position.
- Secured a job as a counterman at a Ford dealer.
- Learned all aspects of the industry.
- Earned multiple certificates of accomplishments along the way.
- Took over a severely neglected parts department where warranty and scrapping had not been done in a long time.
- A new position was created for me when my skills became apparent.
Certification
Honda Bronze,Silver,Gold and Platinum counter person certifications.
Hyundai Parts manager Bronze,Sliver certifications.
Kia Parts Manager Bronze, silver Certifications.
Ford Counterman Certifcations.
Sears Manger training course.
Mac Tools School.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Shop & Wholesale Counterman
Schultz Ford Lincoln
07.2024 - Current
AUTOPARTS COUNTERMAN
Autopro Autoparts
05.2014 - 07.2024
Route Sales Representative
Mac Tools
04.2007 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Spring Valley HighSchool
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