Kurt Smudz
Medina
Summary
A dedicated General Manager with over 27 years of car industry experience and a multifaceted skillset, excelling in operations management and employee relations. Responsible for leading North Olmsted CJDR's sales and service/parts departments with years of experience leading personnel and generating customer satisfaction. A loyal worker who will work hard and provide exemplary results.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
North Olmsted Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
North Olmsted, OH
10.2016 - 07.2025
- Assisted in daily operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Led staff to achieve highest record sales in a month in the dealer's history.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing customer complaints and feedback.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality to prevent long-term habits.
Finance Manager
Strongsville Dodge Inc. DBA North Olmsted CJDR
North Olmsted
04.2000 - 10.2016
- Coordinated vehicle loans with financial institutions.
- Negotiated warranties and prices with customers.
- Oversaw subordinate finance employees.
Sales Associate
Strongsville Dodge
Strongsville, OH
01.1998 - 04.2000
- Retailed new and pre-owned vehicles.
- Maintained knowledge of inventory and promotions to effectively communicate with customers.
Fireplace Manager
The Place
Medina, OH
06.1995 - 01.1998
- Coordinated sales and maintain positive customer relations
Education
Business Administration And Marketing
University of Akron
Akron, OH06-1995
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Team player
- Time management
- Staff management
- Customer relations
- Inventory control
- Motivation
- Sales expertise
- Marketing
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
General Manager
North Olmsted Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
10.2016 - 07.2025
Finance Manager
Strongsville Dodge Inc. DBA North Olmsted CJDR
04.2000 - 10.2016
Sales Associate
Strongsville Dodge
01.1998 - 04.2000
Fireplace Manager
The Place
06.1995 - 01.1998
Business Administration And Marketing
University of Akron