Nikolas Apel
Manchester,NH
Summary
Hardworking and passionate businessman with strong sales skills eager to secure financial or sales position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
AutoFair Hyundai
12.2023 - Current
- Pitch vehicle coverages to new car buyers, process paperwork, submit loan applications and gather stipulations for banks using CUDL and Dealertrack.
- Support operations management, sales, and finance department to increase revenues.
- Manage sales personnel and convince customers on the sales floor to purchase cars.
- Process funds, break down deals for booking, update excel spreadsheets.
- Uphold strict compliance with banks, credit unions and supervisors.
Salesperson
Autofair Hyundai
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Asked open-ended questions to determine needs and assisted customers in selecting appropriate merchandise.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Provided product benefits and advantages and discussed pricing with customers.
- Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
- Exceeded monthly targets by diligently following up on leads and closing deals promptly.
- Negotiated deals to generate gross profit while maintaining customers best interests.
Assistant Manager
Ted's Stateline Mobil
07.2017 - 10.2020
- Responsible for running registers, cleaning and closing the store.
- Supported the owner with financial records, enabling timely reporting and informed decisions.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate better pricing, resulting in increased profit margins.
Sales Associate
Namco Pools
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Cleaned and organized the sales floor
- Warehouse work requiring forklift
- Answer customer questions and support the store by selling pool products.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Methuen High School
Methuen, MA06.2019
Skills
- Financial Management
- Top class sales and customer service abilities
- Proficient in excel and docs
- Cash Flow Management
- Relationship Building and Goal Setting
- Continuous Improvement
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Outgoing Personality
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Reliable and Punctual
Accomplishments
- #1 Hyundai salesperson in New Hampshire and top 50 nationally in both gross profit and units from 2022-2023
- Generated $2.8 Million dollars for AutoFair Hyundai
- Sold nearly 800 new and used vehicles in 3 years
- Promoted to Finance Manager
Timeline
Finance Manager
AutoFair Hyundai
12.2023 - Current
Salesperson
Autofair Hyundai
11.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager
Ted's Stateline Mobil
07.2017 - 10.2020
Sales Associate
Namco Pools
12.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Methuen High School
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