Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Director of Sales and Franchising
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
10.2023 - Current
Leveraging extensive experience in managing both on-site and remote international sales teams, I am adept at steering the global sales operations for automotive manufacturing, distribution, and wholesale sectors
My proficiency encompasses strategic partnership development with marketing agencies and dealer networks, significantly enhancing brand visibility and driving market share growth, evidenced by contributing to 5% of national vehicle sales volume
As an adept international sales director, I excel in orchestrating monthly webinars and virtual meetings to foster transparent communication, team cohesion, and strategic alignment across diverse geographic regions
Furthermore, my collaboration with the Customer & Incentives (C&I) department in formulating and implementing competitive vehicle incentive schemes underscores my commitment to boosting sales figures and fortifying customer engagement and retention rates.
Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum return on investment.
Service Performance Manager
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
02.2021 - 10.2023
Managed annual parts revenue of $400M across an 8-state region, comprising 205 dealers/accounts.
Supervised 6 direct reports and coordinated marketing units and parts/services operations.
Increased dealer participation in mobile service from 8 to 64 dealers.
Developed and launched marketing campaigns, including a weekly contest featuring 1 of 250 dealers.
Spearheaded the creation of a 16-week, Ford-branded technical training program in collaboration with Moore Tech, projecting a $170K labor gross per program graduate for dealers.
Service / Sales Zone Manager
Ford Motor Co.
Dallas, TX
08.2017 - 02.2021
Collaborated with C-level leadership within dealerships, and coached executives and teams on best practices for tracking buy trends
Developed targeted marketing campaigns/messages
Forged strategic alliances to drive profitability for both stores and Ford.
Aftermarket Zone Manager
Ford Motor Co.
Dallas, TX
04.2015 - 08.2017
Worked with Ford Authorized Distributors (FADs) to support business efforts relative to parts, logistics, returns, and account management to assist FADs to grow in Motor Craft space
Engaged directly with Marketing team
Evaluated business and partnered with independent distributor partners by supplying parts and assisting FADs to increase aftermarket presence
Managed co-op marketing fund and led creation, deployment, and tracking of targeted marketing and advertising campaigns.
Wholesale Zone Manager
Ford Motor Co.
Atlanta, GA
04.2013 - 04.2015
Improved dealers’ performance to deliver $150M+ in parts revenue, a $50M increase from the previous year.
Developed a Mechanical Parts strategy, realizing a 15% to 18% increase in sales year-over-year.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing their concerns and swiftly resolving issues.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Process Improvement Facilitator
Maritz/General Motors
Lubbock, TX
11.2011 - 01.2013
Conceptualized long-term business requirements and collected input from management regarding process improvement plans.
District Sales Manager
Raytheon/General Motors
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2007 - 11.2011
Education
Business Marketing - Marketing
McMurry University
Abilene, TX
08.2002 - 12.2006
Skills
Driving business objectives and exceeding revenue goals by defining and executing marketing strategy and building tactical alliances with key stakeholders
Achieve results quickly with strategic planning and business development expertise
Improve customer experience and brand positioning through creative campaign creation and management
Establish meaningful partnerships that add long-term value for all stakeholders involved
Leverage public speaking competencies to reach new audiences at events or conferences
Develop proven turnaround strategies to revitalize a struggling business or organization
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