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Michael Hestand

Rowlett,Texas

Summary

Customer-oriented Store Manager offering over 15 years of experience in retail operations, sales and service team leadership and profitability strategies. Organized and skilled at prioritizing daily tasks and following through to achieve performance and productivity goals. Recruits, trains, develops and manages team of store associates and assistant managers. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Goal-oriented Automotive Sales Professional successful at closing sales and satisfying customers. Stays on top of changes in marketing, customer purchasing and service standards. Continuously meets and exceeds sales objectives. Creative in overcoming obstacles and satisfying challenging customers.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Sales Professional

Metro Mazda
Mesquite, TX
10.2023 - Current
  • Greeted customers and identified their needs by listening to their inquiries.
  • Provided information on features, benefits, warranties, and financing options.
  • Demonstrated the operation of vehicles to potential buyers.
  • Maintained customer relationships through follow-up calls and emails.
  • Coordinated delivery of purchased vehicles to ensure timely arrival.
  • Ensured all paperwork was completed accurately before submitting it for processing.
  • Followed up with customers after purchase to ensure satisfaction with product or service received.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout the entire buying process.

Store Manager

QuikTrip Corporation
Dallas, TX
03.2006 - 09.2023
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
  • Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
  • Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
  • Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Spartan College of Aeronautics And Technology
Tulsa, OK

Skills

  • Competitor Monitoring
  • Team Development
  • Store Merchandising
  • Professional Appearance
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Deal Structuring
  • Upselling Strategies
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Sales Conversion
  • Lead Follow up
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Leasing Options
  • Calculating Prices
  • Issue Resolution
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Product Demonstrations
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Closing
  • Financing Coordination

Timeline

Automotive Sales Professional

Metro Mazda
10.2023 - Current

Store Manager

QuikTrip Corporation
03.2006 - 09.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Spartan College of Aeronautics And Technology
Michael Hestand