Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Timeline
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Jonathan E. Nello

Henderson

Summary

To obtain a challenging position with potential for career growth and advancement in a team-friendly environment that will effectively utilize acquired expertise, creative talents and commitment to excellence.

Sales expert prepared for leadership roles. Proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance client relationships. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, strategic planning, and effective communication. Skilled in market analysis, lead generation, and negotiation.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Brilliance Honda
06.2020 - Current
  • General Sale’s manager with 13+ years of progressive experience within the automobile industry.
  • Recognized for contributions for record-setting sales figures.
  • Expertise in new and used vehicle sales, pricing strategies, client relations and needs assessment.
  • Maintained a 500 unit inventory, generating a monthly gross income of $600,000.
  • Managed sales staff of 19 associates.
  • Consistently achieving monthly sales goals of 300+ units and earning bonus structures.
  • Responsible for day to day operations, inventory and lot management and opening and closing procedures.
  • Led sales team to exceed monthly targets through strategic planning and resource allocation.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team performance and product knowledge.

Sub Dealer/General Manager

Live Smart Automation/ADT
06.2016 - 06.2020

Door to door sales Top Production

Promoted to General Manager

Responsible for training all new employees

Generating new business with Location Market Strategies

Selling Alarm systems in High crime areas.

Finance Manager

Brilliance Honda
05.2003 - 04.2016
  • Administered sales of finance and insurance products to suit individual customer needs and ensured maximum profit for dealer.
  • Established and maintained good working relations with various financial sources.
  • Coordinated with lenders for loan programs.
  • Managed all loan packages and reviewed for accuracy.
  • Generated $150,000 monthly PVR.
  • Maintained knowledge on all extended automotive warranties and made sales accordingly.
  • Prepared necessary paperwork and submitted it for approval.
  • Monitored rate quotations and made necessary documents.
  • Reviewed paperwork and ensured correct details.
  • Evaluated customers for insurance policies and obtained receipts for payments.
  • Promoted to General Sales Manager.
  • Led annual budgeting process, aligning financial goals with strategic initiatives.
  • Oversaw financial reporting accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Sales Associate

Brilliance Honda
03.2000 - 05.2003
  • Sales responsibilities included highlighting vehicle features, gathering information, inspecting automobiles, comparing and contrasting competitive models and demonstrating vehicle operations.
  • Built rapport, qualified buyers by understanding, interests and requirements of buyer, matched interests and requirements to various models.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with new as well as existing customers, responded to inquires, suggested trade-ins, greeted drop-ins, recommended sales campaigns and promotions.
  • Negotiated price; asking sales; closing sales by overcoming objections; completed sales and purchase contracts; explained provisions and financing; delivered automobiles.
  • Earned and consistently maintained gold level sales status by selling 160+ new cars annually.
  • Promoted to Finance Manager.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of vehicle features and promotions to inform sales strategies.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
05-1999

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Sales team training
  • Staff management
  • Goals and performance
  • Motivational skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Sales expertise
  • Sales strategy development
  • Goal setting
  • Account management

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

  • Unique combinations of knowledge of retail sales. Established genuine rapport with prospects and clients.
  • Utilize product knowledge and enthusiastic personality to quickly map out clients needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Confident, articulate and professional bi-lingual abilities. Team leader and player.
  • Combine patience, determination, and persistence to troubleshoot client issues and ensure 100% satisfaction.

Timeline

Sales Manager

Brilliance Honda
06.2020 - Current

Sub Dealer/General Manager

Live Smart Automation/ADT
06.2016 - 06.2020

Finance Manager

Brilliance Honda
05.2003 - 04.2016

Sales Associate

Brilliance Honda
03.2000 - 05.2003

Associate of Science - Business Administration

McHenry County College