Kevin Jones
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Attentive Finance Manager with a background in assessing credit history data and finding appropriate solutions that are perfect for customer needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Consultant
Kia of Hilton Head
Bluffton, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers at arrival to build positive relationships and discuss vehicles.
- Explained differences between models to clients, comparing and discussing capabilities and features.
- Analyzed customer needs to make suitable product recommendations and demonstrations.
- Showcased vehicle features and took customers on test drives in local area.
- Followed up with customers to build long-term relationships and successful referrals.
Finance Manager
Peacock Automotive, Porsche, Audi, VW
Hardeeville, SC
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
- Teamed with sales managers and sales consultants to create positive atmosphere, resulting in maximum profitability and customer satisfaction.
- Identified interest rates and loan terms by reviewing and analyzing client credit.
- Funded deals efficiently and economically by using different funding platforms.
- Explained and emphasized benefits of dealer financing in lieu of cash payments or credit union financing to boost revenue.
Porsche Certified Brand Ambassador
Peacock Automotive / Porsche Hilton Head
Hardeeville, SC
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Promoted positive company image through superior customer service experiences.
- Maintained consistent visual merchandising standards to highlight product features, attract customers and boost sales.
- Built relationships and personalized future client development opportunities by collecting customer data.
- Met and exceeded goals for high-volume personal sales through clientele development and product knowledge.
Mercedes Benz Certified Sales Consultant
Mercedes Benz of Hilton Head
Bluffton , SC
03.2012 - 02.2015
- Listened to customers to understand needs and refer to optimal services.
- Greeted incoming customers and provided expert sales and service to drive revenue.
- Demonstrated products in effort to show potential buyers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Maintained productive relationships with existing customers through exceptional follow-up after sales.
Skills
- Electronic contracting
- Insurance products
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer satisfaction / CSI
- Deal structuring
- Lender relationships
- Employee training
- Menus Selling
- CIT tracking
- Route One
- Reynolds & Reynolds Ignite / Era
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Kia of Hilton Head
08.2023 - Current
Finance Manager
Peacock Automotive, Porsche, Audi, VW
01.2018 - 12.2022
Porsche Certified Brand Ambassador
Peacock Automotive / Porsche Hilton Head
03.2015 - 01.2018
Mercedes Benz Certified Sales Consultant
Mercedes Benz of Hilton Head
03.2012 - 02.2015