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Max Karges

Monterey,CA

Summary

High performing automotive sales professional with a 50% first-time ups close ratio and 42% overall close rate with strong gross profit. Former Alterra Mountain employee at Big Bear Mountain with proven lift operations experience, double black diamond lift certification, and strong reputation. 4 years in construction/landscaping working with heavy equipment and completing large scale outdoor projects.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

Cypress Coast Subaru
Seaside, CA
09.2025 - Current
  • Maintained exceptional performance metrics effectively converting leads with a 50% first time ups close ratio and a 42% overall close rate.
  • Hit targeted upselling and unit goals, resulting in a total gross revenue of $197,709.56 on 44 units for this year.
  • Built strong customer relationships through consultative selling, needs assessment, objection handling, and follow through in a fast paced, team oriented dealership environment.
  • Adapted quickly to high volume periods while maintaining professionalism and contributing to team success.

Sales Consultant

Premier Hyundai Of Seaside
Seaside, CA
06.2023 - 09.2025
  • Achieved proficiency in automotive sales by understanding the importance of product knowledge, sales processes, financing options, and customer relationship management in a competitive dealership environment.
  • Demonstrated strong aptitude for the industry, resulting in being personally recruited and offered a sales position by the General Manager of Cypress Coast Subaru leading to my current role.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to enhance client satisfaction and retention.
  • Learned foundational sales skills

Lift Operator

Big Bear Mountain Resort
Big Bear Lake, CA
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Built a strong reputation for reliability and professionalism while operating chairlifts, assisting guests with loading/unloading, crowd control, and ensuring safety in variable mountain weather conditions.
  • Provided excellent guest service by greeting visitors, answering questions, resolving issues, and enhancing the overall resort experience for skiers and riders.
  • Worked effectively with lift operations team on daily tasks including light maintenance, snow removal, and protocol enforcement during peak periods.
  • Got hands on experience working in cold outdoor environments, and under physically demanding conditions preparing me to contribute immediately at Mammoth.

Construction Worker/Landscaper

San Juan Landscape Pros
Friday Harbor, WA
06.2019 - 09.2022

2018 – 2022

  • Worked on large scale landscaping projects for residential and commercial properties, including site preparation, grading, planting, irrigation installation etc...
  • Installed custom decks, sheds, fences, retaining walls, and other outdoor structures.
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment and power tools, including riding mowers, chainsaws, excavators, and other site equipment.
  • Managed physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions while maintaining strong safety practices, attention to detail, efficiency, and teamwork on multi person crews.

Education

High School Diploma -

Monterey Highschool
Monterey, CA

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • CRM proficiency
  • Objection handling
  • Product and service sales
  • Prospecting skills
  • Closing techniques
  • Prospect qualification
  • Safety procedures expertise
  • Incident reporting
  • Life operations management
  • Dependability and punctuality
  • Certified for Double Black Diamond Lifts

Timeline

Sales Consultant

Cypress Coast Subaru
09.2025 - Current

Sales Consultant

Premier Hyundai Of Seaside
06.2023 - 09.2025

Lift Operator

Big Bear Mountain Resort
11.2022 - 04.2023

Construction Worker/Landscaper

San Juan Landscape Pros
06.2019 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Monterey Highschool