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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Meg Cruz

Seattle,WA

Summary

Seasoned Sales Representative with exceptional success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in exceeding sales goals, growing business and expanding territories. Accomplished in overseeing day-to-day business operations and fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.

Overview

1818
1818
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales and Leasing Specialist

Pierre Ford of Seattle
2023.10 - Current

Negotiations and sales

  • VIN Solutions and Reynolds and Reynolds software experience.
  • CDK experience.
  • Up to date on APRs and other Finance related to Vehicles.
  • Handling and caring for store leads.
  • Customer care
  • Product knowledge of all vehicles including trades.
  • Ford Certified
  • Optimized landing pages for conversion rate improvements leading to increased lead generation.
  • Cultivated a vast network of contacts within the local community, leveraging referrals for increased lead generation opportunities.

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

AutoNation Subaru
2022.03 - 2023.09
  • Gathering, prospecting for vehicles
  • Negotiating to signing of notary and titling.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Negotiated favorable values for vehicles with customers and management.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to optimize digital marketing campaigns on social media.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.

Finance Manager

AutoNation Subaru
2022.03 - 2022.10
  • Promoted within AutoNation and was moved to Subaru Franchise
  • Communication between traditional banks, credit unions and customers
  • Networked with underwriters to get loans purchased.
  • Warranty presentation with exceptional customer service and helping clients get the best rates.
  • At least one year CDK experience and other programs.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.

Master Brand Specialist

AutoNation Toyota
2019.03 - 2022.03
  • 3 years Master Sales for Toyota
  • Top three salesman monthly for just over three years.
  • Trained other salesman and motivated others to do better.
  • Improved overall customer satisfaction by closely monitoring feedback and proactively addressing concerns.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research for informed decision-making and improved product positioning.
  • Championed customer-centric approaches in all aspects of branding to ensure long-term loyalty and repeat business.
  • Researched market trends to identify customer needs and preferences for strategic planning.

Sales Professional

Alorica
2018.06 - 2019.03
  • Received award winning phone training
  • Product specialist on the phone and increased sales day to day
  • Customer service awards from Amex.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction by providing exceptional after-sales service, including issue resolution and future needs analysis.
  • Provided timely and effective resolutions to problems, securing clients and ensuring satisfaction.

Director of Sales W. Washington

Sonny's Enterprises, Inc
207.08 - 208.06
  • Sales Representative for Western Washington.
  • Vendor days and product representation and education.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.
  • Launched new products successfully into the market, coordinating marketing initiatives and comprehensive sales campaigns.
  • Established strong partnerships with industry influencers to expand brand recognition and drive business growth.

Education

Some college - Business Marketing

SFCC
06.2013

High school diploma or GED - Diploma

Rosalia Elem & High School
06.2006

Skills

  • Customer Service (10+ years)
  • Management (5 years)
  • Negotiation (5 years)
  • Sales (10+ years)
  • CDK (1 year)
  • Marketing
  • Inside sales
  • Upselling
  • Purchasing
  • Dealership experience
  • Automotive sales
  • Retail sales
  • Customer service
  • Phone etiquette
  • Lead generation
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Prospecting new clients
  • Relationship Building
  • Closing Techniques
  • Upselling strategies
  • Referral Generation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Active Listening

Certification

  • Driver's License, No Expiration
  • Master Certified Toyota Sales, No Expiration
  • Volkswagen Certification, No Expiration
  • BMW Certification, No Expiration
  • Certified Notary Public, 05/31/26
  • Ford Certified, No Expiration

Assessments

  • Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 06/01/23, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
  • Customer service, Proficient, 06/01/23, Identifying and resolving common customer issues
  • Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 06/01/23, Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work
  • Sales skills, Proficient, 01/01/23, Influencing and negotiating with customers
  • Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution, Proficient, 02/01/24, Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals
  • Working with MS Word documents, Proficient, 02/01/24, Knowledge of various Microsoft Word features, functions, and techniques

Timeline

Sales and Leasing Specialist

Pierre Ford of Seattle
2023.10 - Current

Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

AutoNation Subaru
2022.03 - 2023.09

Finance Manager

AutoNation Subaru
2022.03 - 2022.10

Master Brand Specialist

AutoNation Toyota
2019.03 - 2022.03

Sales Professional

Alorica
2018.06 - 2019.03

Some college - Business Marketing

SFCC

High school diploma or GED - Diploma

Rosalia Elem & High School
  • Driver's License, No Expiration
  • Master Certified Toyota Sales, No Expiration
  • Volkswagen Certification, No Expiration
  • BMW Certification, No Expiration
  • Certified Notary Public, 05/31/26
  • Ford Certified, No Expiration

Director of Sales W. Washington

Sonny's Enterprises, Inc
207.08 - 208.06
Meg Cruz