Larry Forshey
Deatsville,AL
Summary
Dynamic sales professional at Larry Puckett Chevrolet, recognized for exceptional product strategy development and relationship management. Demonstrated ability to achieve over $1,000,000 in revenue as Salesman of the Year through strong negotiation skills and expertise in CRM software. Adept at fostering customer loyalty and driving sustainable business growth. Passionate about leveraging sales acumen to further enhance market presence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate/Trainer
Larry Puckett Chevrolet
Prattville, US
09.2023 - Current
- Assist in appraisal of potential trades and vehicles purchased
- Conduct new employee training/walk-around videos and demos
- Maintain Certification on GM Brand
- Create Daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity plans to obtain established goals
- Utilize Customer Retention Management software to maintain data by documenting and tracking sales and customer activities
- Build network and brand recognition for company by attending meetings, conferences, and other industry events
- Develop and nurture customer relationships that help ensure long-term loyalty
Product Specialist/Sales
Riverside Chevrolet
Wetumpka, US
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Inventory Analyst
- Assist in interview process for new employees
- Product Training
- Appraise and determine service needs
- Assist in Inventory pricing
- Customer conflict resolution
- Recruit and negotiate vendor contracts
Salesman
Stokes Automotive
Clanton, US
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Salesman of the year 2018 - Generated more than $1,000,000 revenue during year
- Leader of units and gross profit 2018
- Maintained Certification on all Brands sold
- Routinely performed walk-around videos for social media
- Conducted interviews, assisted in hiring process, and provided employee orientation
- Supervised sales representatives and assisted with sales rep questions, concerns, and product or service questions
- Assisted the Sales Manager in leading, directing and motivating the team to achieve overall objectives
Porsche/Audi/Volvo Certified Sales Consultant
Jack Ingram Motors
Montgomery, US
01.2010 - 12.2014
- Establish personal goals and strategy to meet or exceed dealership standards for productivity
- Maintain brand certification
- Review and analyze objectives, activities, and reviews with the Vehicle Sales Manager for all three brands
- Maintained market intelligence of incoming inventory, features, accessories, and benefits to customers
- Prospect daily for potential customers by maintaining database records
Owner/Operator
Certified Personal Fitness Business
Montgomery, US
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Certified Personal Fitness Trainer; maintained certification through continuing education
- Develop a comprehensive one-on-one fitness program for clients to assist them in achieving their fitness goals
- Monitor and record client's progress through methods such as body fat testing and heart rate levels
- Managing and marketing business
Senior Service Caseworker
Department of Human Resources
Montgomery, US
01.1999 - 12.2010
- Prepared and/or participated in the development of program services, policies, and procedures
- Assisted in establishing and maintaining department community resources network
- Reviewed cases to ensure timeliness, accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance with regulations and policies
- Managed 4 employees with an average case load of 15 cases per employee
- Assessed clients' need and assisted clients in obtaining services in accordance with laws, regulations, and department policies
Education
M.B.A. - Management and Marketing
Troy University
Montgomery, AL01.2005
B.S. - Justice and Public Safety
Auburn University
Montgomery, AL01.1999
Skills
- Product Strategy Development
- Lead Generation Calls
- Data analysis skills
- Negotiation
- Management Experience
- Merchandising
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Account Management
- Facilities management
- Relationship Management
- Conflict Management
- Product Demos
- Time Management
- Sales Management
- CRM Software Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Microsoft Word
- Sales Experience
- Business Development
- Communications
- Marketing
- Microsoft Office
- Outside Sales
- Sales Support
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
Certified Fitness Instructor
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Sales Associate/Trainer
Larry Puckett Chevrolet
09.2023 - Current
Product Specialist/Sales
Riverside Chevrolet
03.2020 - 03.2023
Salesman
Stokes Automotive
03.2014 - 03.2020
Porsche/Audi/Volvo Certified Sales Consultant
Jack Ingram Motors
01.2010 - 12.2014
Owner/Operator
Certified Personal Fitness Business
01.2007 - 12.2010
Senior Service Caseworker
Department of Human Resources
01.1999 - 12.2010
M.B.A. - Management and Marketing
Troy University
B.S. - Justice and Public Safety
Auburn University
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