Paul Larock
CHETEK,WI
Summary
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
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
General Sales Manager
Don Johnson Motors
06.2020 - Current
- Motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance on daily basis and implementing improvement strategies.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Sales Manager
Gunther Kia VW
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
Sales Manager
Ken Vance Honda
03.2007 - 10.2016
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
Sales Manager
Denny Hecker VW
03.2004 - 03.2007
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
Sales Associate
Burnsville Volkswagen
05.1999 - 03.2004
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
- Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
- Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
- Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies and suggesting areas for improvement.
- Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
03.1991 - 06.1994
- Supervised and led squad of [Number] soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Executed reasoned and efficient decision-making to foster troop discipline and unity.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Education
University of Wisconsin Stout
Menomonie, WI12.1998
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
US Army Primary Leadership Development Course
Fort Bragg, NC06.1993
No Degree - Survival Evasion Resistance And Escape Course
US Army SERE Course
Fort Bragg, NC03.1993
No Degree - Command And Control For Combat Situations
US Army Ranger School
Fort Benning, GA02.1993
No Degree - Learn Advanced Sniper Tactics
US Army Sniper Course
Fort Benning, GA02.1993
Skills
- Product Knowledge
- Product and Service Management
- Sales Leadership
- Retail Site Development
- Audit Appraisals
- Risk Mitigation
- Time Management
- Team Oversight
- Coaching and Training
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Development
- Operational Efficiency
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Employee Coaching
Affiliations
I am currently a Board Member for Leadership Barron County
I currently attend Applied Leadership a leadership peer group working towards a better understanding of leadership.
Timeline
General Sales Manager
Don Johnson Motors
06.2020 - Current
Sales Manager
Gunther Kia VW
03.2017 - 05.2020
Sales Manager
Ken Vance Honda
03.2007 - 10.2016
Sales Manager
Denny Hecker VW
03.2004 - 03.2007
Sales Associate
Burnsville Volkswagen
05.1999 - 03.2004
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
03.1991 - 06.1994
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences Education
University of Wisconsin Stout
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
US Army Primary Leadership Development Course
No Degree - Survival Evasion Resistance And Escape Course
US Army SERE Course
No Degree - Command And Control For Combat Situations
US Army Ranger School
No Degree - Learn Advanced Sniper Tactics
US Army Sniper Course
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