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NATE COMBS

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Over 30 years of experience in customer service, parts sales and inventory management with a strong background in the automotive and auto glass industries. Experience includes working in the RV industry for a combined 7 years and a combined 15 years in the auto glass industry. Valuable experience gained from time at two different Ford Motor Dealerships over a combined 5 years. I am a fast learner, team player and a dedicated employee. I am quick to adhere to new environments and understand how consumer facing businesses work. I'm great with customers and can be a valuable employee.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Self Employed

Self-employeed
02.2022 - Current

My wife and I own a successful online reselling business.

Auto Parts Counterperson

Suburban Ford
06.2018 - 02.2022
  • Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
  • Utilized company software to process transactions accurately, track inventory levels, and generate sales reports as needed.
  • Enhanced the reputation of the business by consistently providing exceptional customer service and maintaining in-depth knowledge of products and services offered.
  • Established trust with customers through honest assessments of their vehicle problems and recommending appropriate solutions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate information on auto parts availability and compatibility.
  • Coordinated efforts effectively between service technicians and counter staff to ensure smooth workflow within the facility.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Stocked and managed stock of parts.

General Manager

MS Glass
03.2009 - 09.2014
  • Worked my way up from a temporary customer service representative to a general manager, then ultimately managed the company alongside the owner as second in command.
  • Conveyed floor sales leadership and provided expert product and service knowledge to customers, over the phone and in person.
  • Directly supervised ten associates at the corporate location; remotely supervised additional associates at four others locations.
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, billing and payment questions.
  • Calmed angry callers, repaired trust, located resources for problem resolution and designed best-option solutions.
  • Managed daily routing of jobs; reviewed and ordered inventory.
  • Established and maintained computer networking and repair.
  • Streamlined workflows within the shop by delegating tasks based on individual skill sets, increasing efficiency without sacrificing attention to detail.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged open communication among staff members at all levels.

Customer Service Representative

Speedy Glass
09.2014 - 10.2016
  • Provide excellent customer service while supporting management with day to day operations. Managed daily routing of jobs; review and order inventory.
  • Learned the basics of auto glass installs and became a door glass replacement specialist.
  • Perfected my sales skills while helping the Tigard branch double its sales totals for the past three quarters.

Client support - sales lead - operations lead

Apple Auto Glass
03.2016 - 10.2018
  • Answered majority of incoming phone calls. Greeted walk ins, scheduled and ordered glass as needed.
  • Excelled at sales and increasing gross sales. Negotiated the best glass pieces in town.
  • Scheduled and routed technicians to maximize effiency.
  • I excel at maximizing every customer interaction which leads to a greater closing percentage.
  • Developed strong relationships with insurance companies to streamline the claims process for clients.
  • Managed inventory effectively to ensure availability of all necessary parts and materials for auto glass repair jobs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient auto glass replacement services.

Skills

  • Office Management
  • Report & Document Preparation
  • Inventory Management
  • Teambuilding & Supervision
  • Spreadsheet & Database Creation
  • Expense Reduction
  • Advanced Computer Skills
  • Website management
  • Coaching

Certification

Ford Motor Company Master certified parts counter person.

Timeline

Self Employed

Self-employeed
02.2022 - Current

Auto Parts Counterperson

Suburban Ford
06.2018 - 02.2022

Client support - sales lead - operations lead

Apple Auto Glass
03.2016 - 10.2018

Customer Service Representative

Speedy Glass
09.2014 - 10.2016

General Manager

MS Glass
03.2009 - 09.2014
NATE COMBS