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Letoya Champs

Houston,TX

Summary

Seasoned professional with 11 years in sales management and leadership roles, adept at team training, operational efficiency, and customer relationship building. Proven track record in project management, sales strategies, and staff development at Auto Zone, Anderson Merchandisers, and Firestone. Seeking a Manager position to leverage extensive experience in sales oversight, team supervision, and performance optimization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Correspondent /Customer Service Specialist

Malin
02.2024 - Current

Receipt of parts requests from Malin employees or external customers from a variety of ways -

  • Web-based through our Zendesk system and Parts Que
  • Phone call and/or email

Review requests to ensure accuracy and completion of information needed to process request

  • Follow-up via phone to ask specific or qualifying questions regarding part request or equipment details
  • Provide Malin employees or customers with pricing information and availability
  • Addressing with Malin employees or customers damaged parts, incorrect parts, or discrepancies

Source both Raymond parts and other makes of equipment via -

  • Raymond parts online catalogue
  • Other catalogues of parts for other makes of equipment

Update online work orders to close out requests to ensure timely fulfillment for Malin employees needing parts or external customers' orders

  • Status work orders appropriately
  • Add detailed notes
  • Ensure appropriate packing/shipping methods

Parts Sales Manager

Auto Zone Auto Parts
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Provide comprehensive customer support by evaluating needs and keeping abreast of consumer trends
  • Conduct employee training on product expertise and customer engagement to enhance sales effectiveness
  • Manage team performance, addressing issues to ensure adherence to productivity standards
  • Coordinate staff and subcontractor schedules to ensure timely project completion, adhering to budgetary constraints and safety requirements.

Sales Lead/Project Store Specialist

Anderson Merchandisers, LLC
08.2020 - 07.2023
  • Coordinated staff and subcontractor scheduling to ensure timely project completion, adhering to established deadlines
  • Managed project budgets and performed cost control activities, tracking progress and making financial adjustments to align with organizational objectives
  • Conducted regular job site inspections to enforce adherence to safety protocols and maintained sales floor standards by overseeing merchandise display organization and restocking as needed.

Sales Manager

Firestone Complete Auto Care
02.2017 - 07.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively resolving service issues and managing complaint resolution processes
  • Developed a team-oriented sales culture, training staff in best practices and sales techniques to maximize performance
  • Fostered customer loyalty and expanded client base through personalized service and strategic product recommendations.

Retail Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2012 - 02.2017
  • Managed customer inquiries and resolved concerns, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering repeat business through attentive service
  • Delivered comprehensive employee training focused on effective sales techniques and customer service best practices, enhancing team performance and sales outcomes
  • Facilitated a streamlined shopping experience by assisting customers with informed product selection and efficiently processing transactions, returns, and warranty claims.

Education

Master of Science - Workforce Education Leadership

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts -

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
12.2020

Associate Of Applied Arts - Social Work

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Natchez, MS

Skills

  • Account Management
  • Revenue Generation
  • Providing Feedback
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Maintaining Customer Database
  • Professional Relationships
  • Cash Register Systems
  • Persuasive Negotiations
  • Persuasive Selling
  • Organizing and Prioritizing
  • Corrective Actions
  • Customer Retention
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Customer Relations
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Service
  • Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Administrative Support
  • Complex Product Knowledge
  • Prioritization

Timeline

Parts Correspondent /Customer Service Specialist

Malin
02.2024 - Current

Parts Sales Manager

Auto Zone Auto Parts
08.2023 - 02.2024

Sales Lead/Project Store Specialist

Anderson Merchandisers, LLC
08.2020 - 07.2023

Sales Manager

Firestone Complete Auto Care
02.2017 - 07.2020

Retail Service Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2012 - 02.2017

Master of Science - Workforce Education Leadership

Alcorn State University

Bachelor of Arts -

Alcorn State University

Associate Of Applied Arts - Social Work

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Letoya Champs