Paul Padron
Conroe,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in parts and body shop estimating. Known for building vendor relationships and implementing effective inventory auditing practices to ensure optimal stock levels. Committed to enhancing customer service and achieving operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Manager
Aggieland Chevrolet
College Station, TX
06.2023 - 07.2026
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and reducing excess parts.
- Streamlined parts ordering processes to enhance turnaround times and improve supplier relationships.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for parts management and customer service.
- Implemented inventory tracking systems, increasing accuracy in stock assessments and order fulfillment.
- Conducted regular audits of parts inventory, identifying discrepancies and initiating corrective actions.
- Collaborated with service department to forecast parts needs based on repair trends and seasonal demands.
- Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and ensure timely delivery of high-demand components.
- Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
- Collaborated with service managers to ensure timely completion of repairs and maintenance, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Body Shop Estimator
Sterling Auto Group
Bryan, TX
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Assessed vehicle damage and prepared detailed repair estimates.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to ensure accurate claims processing.
- Utilized estimating software to create precise cost assessments.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding repair timelines and costs.
- Streamlined estimating processes to enhance operational efficiency and turnaround time.
- Provided excellent service during client interactions, resulting in positive reviews and repeat business referrals from satisfied customers.
- Implemented innovative techniques to improve repair efficiency while maintaining a high level of workmanship quality.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and best practices through continuous professional development courses and workshops.
- Improved workflow efficiency in the body shop by collaborating with technicians to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, reducing material costs without compromising quality standards for auto body repairs.
- Assisted customers in understanding complex insurance claims processes by breaking down complicated terminology into easily digestible information.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliable delivery of high-quality parts and materials for repairs.
- Exceeded monthly sales goals consistently by proactively engaging potential clients in need of body shop services.
- Reduced average turnaround times for repairs, effectively managing scheduling and prioritizing urgent jobs.
- Upheld high ethical standards when appraising vehicles for damage, ensuring honest assessments that built customer trust.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iola High School
Iola, TX05-1990
Skills
- Customer service
- Invoice processing
- Inventory management
- Ordering parts
- Vendor relations
- Inventory auditing
- Purchasing strategies
- Warehouse operations
- Management
- Vendor relationship management
Timeline
Parts Manager
Aggieland Chevrolet
06.2023 - 07.2026
Body Shop Estimator
Sterling Auto Group
02.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Iola High School