Kenny Rhodes
Woodburn,OR
Summary
Seasoned Buyer bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management. Proficient in managing purchasing needs in high-volume retail operations. Skilled research and forecasting abilities with strengths in communication and key relationship management.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Used Car Buyer
Clear Auto Group
Beaverton, OR
04.2024 - 02.2026
- Leveraged strong analytical abilities to make data-driven decisions regarding which vehicles to purchase, considering factors such as age, mileage, and market demand.
- Reduced acquisition costs through strategic bidding methods during auctions, maximizing profitability without compromising on vehicle quality.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with sales team to align inventory with customer preferences and market trends.
- Organized transportation logistics for purchased vehicles, minimizing delays in adding them to the dealership lot for sale.
Used Car Buyer
Wilsonville Toyota/Subaru
Wilsonville Or
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Cultivated relationships with auctions, wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Collaborated with sales teams to understand customer preferences and ensure optimal inventory mix based on demand.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Maintained comprehensive market knowledge to identify trends in vehicle values, making informed purchasing decisions that benefited the dealership''s bottom line.
General Manager/Used Vehicle Sales Manager
Canby Ford
Canby, OR
01.2017 - 03.2022
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Used Car Sales Manager
Armstrong Volkswagen
Gladstone, OR
02.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed all aspects of the used car department.
- Negotiated competitive deals with customers, ensuring maximum profit margins while maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory effectively for optimal turnover rate and profitability.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.
- Conducted regular appraisals of pre-owned vehicles, ensuring accurate pricing based on market value and vehicle condition.
- Oversaw repair and maintenance services for pre-owned vehicles, ensuring all cars met quality standards before being offered for sale.
- Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
Education
No Degree -
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CASkills
- Continuous process improvements
- Retail knowledge
- Funds Disbursement
- Cost controls
- Pricing negotiation
- Quality Assurance
- Product procurement
- Purchasing expertise
- Vendor Relations
- Merchandise Selection
- Investment Opportunities Identification
- Sales Development
- Goal-Oriented
- Customer Service
Timeline
Used Car Buyer
Clear Auto Group
04.2024 - 02.2026
Used Car Buyer
Wilsonville Toyota/Subaru
03.2022 - 09.2023
General Manager/Used Vehicle Sales Manager
Canby Ford
01.2017 - 03.2022
Used Car Sales Manager
Armstrong Volkswagen
02.2013 - 01.2017
No Degree -
College of The Redwoods