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Misty Huihui

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Over 20 years of experience in customer service, sales, and management in California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and New York. Versatile and dedicated executive experienced in impacting business direction, performance with successful leadership strategies, tactical decision making and forward-thinking approaches. Articulate communicator, transparent, and consistent in message. Dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Incredible asset to any organization looking for exponential growth.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

Mercedes-Benz Of Honolulu
04.2022 - Current
  • Manage average of 50+ sales and lease deals per month.
  • Maintain average PVR of 1900+ every month.
  • Protect solid relationships with customers resulting in high scores for customer satisfaction surveys, repeat sales and referrals.
  • Exercise exceptional relationship building, effective negotiation and communication skills.
  • Cultivate strong working relationships with banks and loan representatives.

Sales Manager

Tony Nissan Volkswagen
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Increased monthly unit sales by 27+% and $245,000+.
  • Desked average of 50+ vehicle sales and leases per month.
  • Facilitated consistent sales training for continued growth.
  • Monitored used car inventory to maintain sustainability and ensure pricing is within market threshold.
  • Supervised sales team of 20 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
  • Managed all customer relations issues pleasantly, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.

President-Automotive Dealer Development & Strategy

Mi Vida LLC
04.2017 - 08.2020
  • Maintained strong business allegiance with 8 automotive dealerships including largest auto group in Hawaii.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Interviewed, trained, and mentored 25+ finance managers.
  • Developed and maintained company average PVR of 1800+ per month throughout finance department.
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
  • Conducted research on emerging trends within industry and capitalized on finds to develop new products, services and strategies.

Automotive Digital Media Strategist

Raycom Media Hawaii News Now
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Identified automotive dealers in need and developed strategy to provide lift in sales.
  • Gathered and organized information to plan advertising campaigns.
  • Provided presentation and product demonstrations to explain services offered.
  • Prepared budgets and submitted estimates for campaign plan development.
  • Prepared and negotiated advertising and sales agreements.
  • Monitored and analyzed analytics to determine effectiveness of campaign.

Digital Media and Marketing Strategist

Pure Cars
01.2017 - 09.2017

See Raycom Media Hawaii News Now job description

President-Automotive Dealer Development & Strategy

Akasha Group LLC
10.2015 - 01.2017
  • Trained and mentored 10 new finance apprentices and finance managers.
  • Oversaw 14 finance professionals who consistently produced average PVR of 1600+ per month.
  • Researched clients' business challenges and goals to offer appropriate solutions.
  • Documented business processes and analyze procedures to meet changing business needs.
  • Submitted and implemented strategic plans for program improvements.
  • Collaborated expansion and development initiatives in clients' reinsurance process.

Sales Manager

KIA of Santa Fe
12.2014 - 10.2015
  • Managed average of 60+ vehicle sales and leases per month.
  • Maintained inventory of over 300+ vehicles.
  • Trained and mentored 14 sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, increasing customer satisfaction ratings 60% and resulted in steady increase in referrals and repeat business.
  • Liaised with sales, parts and service teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Analyzed third-party data and investigate new growth opportunities.
  • Developed and implemented campaigns for email, online advertising, newspaper and magazine advertising, direct mail, SEO, and SEM.

Finance Director

KIA of Santa Fe
10.2013 - 12.2014
  • Strong experience in multiple auto dealership functions including sales, management, finance, used car purchases and wholesales, and closing.
  • Oversaw and monitored customers loan application and secured loan approval for all deals.
  • Mentored and maintained department PVR average of 1700+ per month.
  • Successfully gained solid relationship with indirect lending institutions.
  • Streamlined productivity and workflow to exceed dealership goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services changes.

Sales and Lease Representative

Beaver Toyota Scion
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Sold average of 15-20 vehicles every month.
  • Consistently received perfect customer satisfaction survey scores.
  • Greeted customers in timely fashion while quickly determining need.
  • Recommended vehicles to customers based on needs and preferences.
  • Responded to customer questions and requests in prompt, efficient manner.
  • Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business.

General Manager

Kabana Inc
05.2011 - 12.2012
  • Responsible for all sales operations, sales management, recruiting, training, staff development, customer service, purchasing, merchandising and loss prevention for Kabana Inc retail division, Mati Jewelers (40 retail employees in 4 boutiques).
  • Re-organized and implemented superior audit and inventory control process.
  • Consistently exceeded monthly sales goals set for retail division.
  • Worked closely with brand representatives (Breitling, TAG Heuer, Omega, TISSOT, Marco Bicego, Pandora, Hearts on Fire, etc) to train sales staff in product knowledge.
  • Streamlined workforce, reduce overtime hours, increase productivity and profit.
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales, promotions, policies regarding payment, exchanges and security practices.

Finance Manager

Zia KIA
02.2010 - 05.2011
  • Managed average of 80 deals per month.
  • Maintained average PVR of 1800+ every month.
  • Developed solid relationships with customers resulting in high scores for customer satisfaction surveys, repeat sales and referrals.
  • Exercised exceptional relationship building, effective negotiation and communication skills.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with banks and loan representatives.

Finance Manager

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Santa Fe
07.2007 - 02.2010
  • Consistently ranked in top 10% of 400 Finance Managers.
  • Maintained average PVR of 1600+ per month.
  • Managed average of 60+ deals per month.
  • Administered sales of all finance and ancillary products to all customers.
  • Consistently held CSI score within national averages.
  • Strong skill set with funding auto loans for special finance customers.

Sales and Lease Representative

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Of Santa Fe
03.2007 - 06.2007
  • Consistently #1 or #2 in sales every month.
  • Sold 24+ vehicles per month.
  • Scored highest number of perfect SSI scores every month.
  • Promoted to team leader in second month of employment.
  • Provided excellent customer service which resulted in referrals and repeat sales.

Independent Distributor

Herbalife International-America
03.2000 - 03.2007
  • Successfully conducted international business in Brazil, Canada, India, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.
  • Consistently generated $1M in annual organizational product sales.
  • Effectively recruited and developed 150+ sales distributors.
  • Concentrated on product knowledge training to increase sales and cultivate business expansion.
  • Aggressively and consistently analyzed advertising strategies and ROI.
  • Corporate trainer and keynote speaker for Herbalife International.

Head of Distribution

Giorgio Armani
06.1990 - 02.2002
  • Key member of new business development and acquisitions team.
  • Opened 11 boutiques and 3 cafes across North America and Hawaii.
  • Oversaw operations, distribution, and service to 13 boutiques and 2 cafes west of Texas.
  • Successfully hired, trained, and developed managers for key operations, distribution, stock, and receiving divisions.
  • Managed coordinating responsibilities of inventory control for west coast boutiques.
  • Established strong vendor relationships with customs brokers and trucking companies.

Education

Business Management

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI

High School Diploma -

The Kamehameha Schools Kapalama
Honolulu, HI

Skills

  • Leadership experience
  • Decision making ability
  • Extremely organized
  • Persuasive communication style
  • Driven
  • Clear communication skills
  • Business development
  • Proactive mindset
  • Self-motivation
  • Goal oriented

Timeline

Finance Manager

Mercedes-Benz Of Honolulu
04.2022 - Current

Sales Manager

Tony Nissan Volkswagen
08.2020 - 04.2022

President-Automotive Dealer Development & Strategy

Mi Vida LLC
04.2017 - 08.2020

Automotive Digital Media Strategist

Raycom Media Hawaii News Now
01.2017 - 09.2017

Digital Media and Marketing Strategist

Pure Cars
01.2017 - 09.2017

President-Automotive Dealer Development & Strategy

Akasha Group LLC
10.2015 - 01.2017

Sales Manager

KIA of Santa Fe
12.2014 - 10.2015

Finance Director

KIA of Santa Fe
10.2013 - 12.2014

Sales and Lease Representative

Beaver Toyota Scion
06.2013 - 09.2013

General Manager

Kabana Inc
05.2011 - 12.2012

Finance Manager

Zia KIA
02.2010 - 05.2011

Finance Manager

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Santa Fe
07.2007 - 02.2010

Sales and Lease Representative

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Of Santa Fe
03.2007 - 06.2007

Independent Distributor

Herbalife International-America
03.2000 - 03.2007

Head of Distribution

Giorgio Armani
06.1990 - 02.2002

Business Management

University of Hawaii At Manoa

High School Diploma -

The Kamehameha Schools Kapalama
Misty Huihui