Lauren Stowers
Greenville,SC
Summary
Accomplished Business Development Manager with solid record directing sales and marketing activities. Persuasive negotiator with diplomatic communication style and relationship-building expertise. Collaborative professional committed to providing clients with reasonable, business-smart solutions to common issues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
A & K Auto And RV Center
Greer, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable activity to ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
- Prepared consolidated financial statements at period end close including balance sheet reconciliations.
- Developed key performance metrics and dashboards which enabled management decision making based on real-time data.
- Oversaw daily activities of staff members including hiring, training and evaluating personnel performance.
- Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing current trends in revenue and expenses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to auto financing services.
- Analyzed customer credit histories in order to determine eligibility for loans.
Business Development Manager
Axle Funding
Greer, SC
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
- Conducted market research to identify potential customers.
- Analyzed client data and identified opportunities for growth.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Attended trade shows and conferences as a representative of the company.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer base and revenue.
Fleet Sales Manager
Benson Ford/Nissan
Easley, SC
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Managed fleet inventory levels to ensure availability of vehicles in stock.
- Negotiated favorable terms of sale with customers while maintaining profitability goals.
- Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
- Determined price schedules and discount rates.
- Helped to achieve a significant increase in sales revenue
- Prepared bids for state and local government contracts
- Brought forth a track record of exceeding previous sales quotas
- Effectively utilized knowledge of inventory control and management
Comptroller
A & K Auto Sales & Leasing, LLC
Greenville, SC
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Created reports summarizing current financial status by collecting information from various sources including journals, ledgers, payroll records .
- Provided training to staff members on proper accounting practices.
- Coordinated preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, cash flows..
- Reviewed financial documents such as invoices and purchase orders for accuracy.
- Prepared annual budgets and monitored performance against budget objectives.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared monthly bank reconciliations, and analyzed trends in revenue and expenditure.
- Managed daily functions
- Assisted in human resources
General Manager
TMX Finance LLC
Greenville, SC
09.2012 - 07.2014
- Cultivated loyal account base by actively listening to concerns, consistent follow up and dedicated customer service
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by coordinating staff development and succession planning
- Responsible for new loans, collections, marketing, payroll, scheduling, and training
- Trained all new hires and new general managers in region
- Largest loan growth while maintaining lowest loan default rate
Office Manager
A & K Auto Sales & Leasing
Greenville, SC
12.2003 - 09.2012
- Developed and implemented procedures to ensure efficient workflow in the office.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated staff performance.
- Maintained employee records, including payroll, vacation time and benefits information.
- Established procedures for record keeping, data entry, and information management.
- Handled incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence from clients and vendors.
- Oversaw customer clearance and export documentation
- Finance procurement
- Served as a main point of contact for outside vendors
- Assisted in automotive purchasing and export
Education
Associate of Science -
Tri County Technical College
Pendlton, South Carolina05.2015
High School Diploma -
Wren High School
Piedmont, SC05.2002
Skills
- Relationship Development
- Sales Presentations
- Business Development
- Customer Service
- Sales and Marketing
Timeline
Controller
A & K Auto And RV Center
01.2024 - Current
Business Development Manager
Axle Funding
05.2021 - 01.2024
Fleet Sales Manager
Benson Ford/Nissan
02.2016 - 05.2021
Comptroller
A & K Auto Sales & Leasing, LLC
08.2014 - 02.2016
General Manager
TMX Finance LLC
09.2012 - 07.2014
Office Manager
A & K Auto Sales & Leasing
12.2003 - 09.2012
Associate of Science -
Tri County Technical College
High School Diploma -
Wren High School
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