Dedicated and effective leader who excels at using proven methods to successfully cut costs while streamlining operations and productivity. Active and enthusiastic with extensive knowledge of process optimization and unsurpassed work ethic. Highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. Can easily adapt to the ever changing work force and has exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every employee and customer a positive experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Collision Repair Specialist
Lyft/FlexDrive- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
06.2022 - Current
Created a centralization pilot in 6 markets that decreased employee hours and labor while optimizing efficiencies in all lines of business (LOB) Operational, Financial, Damage, Theft/Recovery, Service & maintenance and Impound
Analyzed data, daily, to ensure invoices were being billed correctly. Negotiating costs to align with agreed upon cost initiatives. Making sure payments are accurate and paid accordingly in a timely manner
Control all aspects of the lifecycle of all damages in our test markets to include transportation, insurance coverage, vendor relationship, repair progression, rectifying any blockers, inputting results on spreadsheets for auditing purposes, billing and payments. Making sure everything is in line with our SOP's and mission statement
Contributed to leading a team to cut costs by centralizing all damage vehicles reducing labor and focusing on areas of savings when talking with vendors
Built an internal spreadsheet that tracks all markets and all vendors progression while allowing the vendors to add updates that feed to a master tracker allowing the repair cycle to be reduced by days ultimately reducing costs and getting our vehicles back on the road in a much faster and efficient way
Held monthly meetings to discuss issues such as scheduling conflicts, transportation, increased spend in specific lines of business, setting up meetings with our National OEM partners to discuss revised agreed upon rules and requirements
Set up daily logistical vehicle movement for in-fleeting, de-fleeting, vendor movement, and impounds
Escalating high level issues, after conflict has been identified, to upper management, IT Engineers, National OEM partners and directors, and legal department, addressing the issue/s, getting resolutions so we can move forward
Working with Senior Leadership to advise on forecasting for the week, month and annual planning to allow for appropriate hiring of individuals, real estate and purchasing to begin upgrades, allowing time to bring on more vendors as size of fleet increases and onboarding them appropriately to align with our requirements
Presented Powerpoint presentations, analyzed data points, helped build mode reports and write SOP's to present to Senior Leaders who help make better educated reviews to move forward with opening hiring in specific fields, increase spend in purchasing, decrease spend in labor, while running the business as efficient as possible
Recruit collision vendors to help repair over 500 vehicles in 28 markets across the country
Update leadership on delays, national back order parts, staffing issues, requested time offs, transportation logistics, communication between vendors and markets, frequent updates on trackers, and the following of SOP's
Main point of contact for all 28 markets to reach out to for damage and claims requests, also main point of contact for all insurance carriers to reach out to for all damage and claim assignments, approvals and payments, and main point of contact for all vendors to schedule transportation, repair vehicles and address any issues or blockers that may arise
Speaking on behalf of the company as the main person of contact and setting up negotiations between National OEM partners, local collision vendors, area resource partners such as state and city officials, towing companies, repossession rules and regulations, police departments and the general public, negotiating rates and spend
Present technical data on a high level to leadership, monthly and bi-monthly for recommendations for cost saving initiatives, SOP updates, and budget analysis being clear and precise so all can understand
Set up bi weekly meetings with lower level management and staff to go over areas of opportunity, growth opportunities, and ways to execute cost savings in the most efficient and affective way possible by introducing updates in the SOP and decisions from senior leadership
Identify customer requirements by following state and federal guidelines, while educating them on growth and maximizing return on spend, developing metrics that address schedules in each time zone, cost effective budgets, analyzing risks when supply is impacted and not enough staffing allocated to complete tasks on time all while formulating an actionable standard operation procedure guide to follow
Analyze staffing data, capacity data with HQ vendor partners
Allocated funds to spend on supplies in each market where being utilized in a cost effective way, no overspending, utilizing different resources to cut costs all while making sure supplies were full and daily tasks were not effected
Worked with and presented requests of contracts to the legal department for approvals to move forward with negotiations with vendors and to execute agreements between parties
Contributed to the project management lifecycle for centralization of all damage claims, brainstorming sessions, initiated meetings, planned meetings based on time zones that were impacted, drafted and finalized an SOP for all to adhere to, started the centralization as a pilot and then introduced to the whole company as a standard
Helped develop scheduling of vehicles that were purchased, navigate to markets projected for maximized growth, stored vehicles while waiting on license plates and registrations came in from specific state agencies, delivered vehicles in a timely manner to markets, making sure all legal gate passes for entry and removal were signed off on and all communication was handled between local contacts
Worked with legal to adhere to all state and local regulations to send correspondence to customers that also required signatures, sending lien releases, voluntary surrender of vehicles, Hold harmless documents, letter of authorization, negotiations with tow/impound lots to retrieve vehicles on our behalf
Review final bills and invoices to make sure no unnecessary spend is occurring, no unauthorized charges being submitted without appropriate approvals and signatures, agreed upon rates are being adhered to submitting contracts that outline agreed upon rates if necessary
Worked with teams as staffing changes to find a better more efficient way at executing tasks, bringing new/fresh ideas to maximize efficiencies developing lessons to teach staff from learned projects
Drafted formal and informal correspondence to all customers, vendors and managers stating milestones and accomplishments and also outlining areas of opportunities that affect or could affect the project outcome
Onboarded, managed and maintained 124 collision shops, 44 Glass shops and 27 Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) vendors across the country to repair vehicles
Drafted and implemented SOP's for handling claims and all end to end processes pertaining to damage
Consistently communicate, escalate issues and work with 5 Insurance Carriers
Actively communicated with all department heads, Operation Managers and Operation Leads weekly for planning and execution of tasks
Prepared job announcements and assisted stakeholders with job analysis
Contributed with multiple leaders on projects, designs and implementation
Scheduled recurring 1on1's with Management and leads to go over current duties, projects and personal development
Subject matter expert for 28 markets to escalate issues they could not resolve, resolving issues within 24hrs.
Work hand in hand with the service and maintenance, recovery and theft, purchasing teams to forecast weekly targets while maintaining a growing fleet of over 12,000 vehicles
Resolved recruitment issues
Aligned with stakeholders on pay/compensation per local state and federal regulations
Contributed to over $25million in rideshare bookings by decreasing the amount of damaged vehicles in less than 1 year
Determined if we sold or repaired vehicles based on lease term remaining, resale value of vehicle, cost of repair, auction data and other analytics
Paid vendors on average of $11-$14million dollars annually
Approved work orders and purchase orders daily
Set eligibility requirements for prospective applicants
Advised management on staffing needs based on data and analytics
Travel to markets to coach and train teams on new processes, audit reports and give guidance to leadership
Built up rapport with all vendors in every market to help get repairs completed in a timely manner
Hired and trained individuals for secondment roles every 3 months to gain knowledge in the damage and claim field
Have daily, weekly/bi-weekly, monthly and quarterly meetings updating progress for all lines of business and highlighting all key metrics in each market to upper management
Worked with all lines of business to align with one another so nothing was overlooked and collaborated with all levels of leadership
Assess damage to ensure repairs are successful and meet all safety requirements
Manage vehicles out of service time to keep under our service level agreement (SLA)
Negotiate, analyze and audit collision vendors to keep repair cost low
Created job announcements and posted them on multiple hiring boards
Worked with hiring managers to determine various qualifications for specific roles
Sent job offers to potential applicants
Worked with specific markets and state regulations to come up with base pay
Analyzed similar size businesses to get market data to be competitive in pay
Train local teams on intaking damaged vehicles, making sure everything is reported correctly, setting up damage vendors to transport vehicles and communicate with vendor from start to finish
Process map the life cycle of our assets to maximize profits when re-marketing vehicles
Fleet Coordinator
Lyft- Full Time 40 hrs wk
12.2019 - 06.2022
Maintain a fleet of 300 vehicles, coordinate with maintenance, collision and dealership daily
Control vehicle spending on maintenance, collision and service and maintenance
Use skip tracing tools to locate and recover vehicles
Coordinate daily with team using the KanBan board
Check-In weekly with management via Slack, meetings and 1on1's
Double check invoices and Purchase Orders for accuracy
Constantly build partnerships with vendors and maintaining relationships to better negotiate pricing and fees
Maintain and organize the flow of the lot to maximize efficiency
Hold drivers accountable for cleanliness and vehicle maintenance in accordance with Lyft policy
Developed Standard Operating Procedures
Conducted interviews, selected candidates and supported hiring processes to maintain staffing levels
Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications
Reported employee time, job expenses and inspections results
Assessed job sites to determine work needed
Held staff meetings to share project information and address specific issues
Prepared and led staff training and instruction
Reviewed supply inventory levels and purchased necessary items
Inspected vehicles for wear, specifications adherence and issues
Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors
Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads
Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays
Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment
Sustained safety protocol by coordinating team meetings and sharing best practices to mitigate hazards
Coordinated payroll, manpower projection and data entry while scheduling staff, overtime and vacation hours to optimize productivity
Recommended efficiency improvements through thorough analysis to reduce costs
Mentored drivers and encouraged employees to successfully manage time for optimal mileage performance
Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper and cost-effective usage of equipment and materials
Mitigated regulatory risks by monitoring vehicles to ensure operational, state and federal compliance
Identified gaps and opportunities for improvements and implemented corrective action to maintain optimal fleet performance
Supported leadership by delegating assignments and monitoring mechanic performance to ensure timely work completion
Communicated with vendors to build lasting relationships
Identified issues with work vehicles and put in maintenance requests with mobile service vendors
Supervised employees to promote optimal productivity in job tasks and duties
Supervised driver information, including estimated time of arrival and planned time of arrival, which helped in all delivery scheduling
Community Associate
Lyft- Full Time 40 hrs wk
08.2017 - 01.2020
Provide exceptional Customer service by listening, empathizing and solving most issues
Sign in drivers, take care of their issues, problem solve, expedited issues that needed additional attention
Rented vehicles in a safe, clean, sanitized environment
Held a very high bar on cleanliness and maintenance standards to ensure we get our maximum return on investment when we sell our vehicles
Developed and deployed Top 10 Leaderboard program to improve driver operations
Facilitated smooth relations and positive communication between employees and Lyft's organization
Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases
Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues
Driver
Lyft- Full Time avg. 40-50hrs wk
08.2016 - 08.2017
Provided clean, safe, driving alternative to patrons in City and Suburban areas
Highly rated by Lyft app in Customer Satisfaction
Followed all rules and regulations required by Lyft
Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service
Maximized passenger satisfaction by maintaining vehicles in safe and clean operating condition
Offered riders information about local attractions and restaurants
Used advanced driving techniques to better improve time management and safety
Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support
Complied with traffic regulations to safely operate vehicles
Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection
Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes or safety equipment to verify working order
Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep
Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep
Sales Representative
Sellers Sexton PreOwned - Full Time 50hrs wk
12.2013 - 08.2016
Sell certified pre-owned/new vehicles
Ensure customer satisfaction by surpassing their needs and providing an exceptional buying experience
Promote dealer incentives, trade-in allowances, down payments, and finance options
Marketing and customer appeal through lot and display organization and advertisement
Phone call screening and routing
Developed key customer relationships to increase sales
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions
Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service
Presented products and services to prospective and existing customers to meet client needs
Contacted new and existing customers to outline benefits of products
Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business
Demonstrated product features to align with customer needs
Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals
Followed-up with clients after installations to assess quality service and customer satisfaction
Improved overall customer purchasing experiences to promote steady revenue
Drove substantial sales through suggestive selling and by promoting add-on purchases
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements
Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services
Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records
Store Manager
Aaron's Sales & Leasing- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
03.2008 - 12.2013
Supervised, hired and trained 8+ store employees, including management staff
Developed business plans and increased store revenues
Analyze staffing data
Completed weekly inventory, ordering, labor charts, billing (AR and AP) and payroll
Attended company meetings and management conferences
Exceeded expectations with timely customer greetings and quality service in a fast paced environment
Successfully resolved customers’ concerns
Prepared job announcements and assisted stakeholders with job analysis
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures
Resolved recruitment issues
Aligned with stakeholders on pay/compensation
Set eligibility requirements for prospective applicants
Advised management on staffing needs
Created job announcements and posted them on multiple hiring boards
Worked with hiring managers to determine various qualifications for specific roles
Sent job offers to potential applicants
Worked with specific markets and state regulations to come up with base pay
Analyzed similar size businesses to get market data to be competitive in pay
Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties
Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss
Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage
Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving
Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues
Updated and maintained store signage and displays
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent
Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals
Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans
Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions
Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items
Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction
Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives
Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence
Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products
Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities
Assistant Manager
Arby's- Full Time 40 hrs wk
07.2006 - 03.2008
Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies
Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity
Collaborated with store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals
Enforced company policies and procedures to strengthen operational standards across departments
Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership
Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
Coached team members and delivered constructive feedback to promote better productivity and build confidence
Completed inventory audits to identify losses and project demand
Supervised receiving and stockroom activities to identify opportunities with inventory and prevent shrinkage
Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions
Store Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants- Full Time 40 hrs wk
11.2005 - 07.2006
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures
Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties
Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage
Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving
4 Star Cook/Lead Chef
Ruby Tuesday- Full Time 40 hrs wk
11.2004 - 11.2005
Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques
Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels
Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line
Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques
Store General Manager
Blockbuster Video- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
02.2002 - 11.2004
Supervised, hired and trained 8+ store employees, including management staff
Developed business plans and increased store revenues
Completed weekly inventory, ordering, labor charts, billing (AR and AP) and payroll
Routine maintenance and OSHA regulations
Attended company meetings and management conferences
Exceeded expectations with timely customer greetings and quality service in a fast paced environment
Successfully resolved customers’ concerns
Analyze staffing data
Set eligibility requirements for prospective applicants
Advised management on staffing needs
Resolved recruitment issues
Aligned with stakeholders on pay/compensation
Created job announcements and posted them on multiple hiring boards
Worked with hiring managers to determine various qualifications for specific roles
Sent job offers to potential applicants
Worked with specific markets and state regulations to come up with base pay
Analyzed similar size businesses to get market data to be competitive in pay
Prepared job announcements and assisted stakeholders with job analysis
Reordered inventory when supplies dropped below predetermined levels
Hired and trained 8 new employees, which increased team size by 30%
Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures
Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage
Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action
Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions
Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent
Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items
Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues
Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction
Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans
Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products
Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines
Assistant General Manager
Aussie Jack's Steakhouse- Full Time 60 hrs wk
11.1996 - 02.2002
Managed store cash intake with high accuracy and prepared daily bank deposits
Disciplined and maintained staff to deliver hospitable, professional service reflecting business initiatives
Applied knowledge of coverage needs and individual employee strengths to produce successful team schedules
Enhanced team engagement and performance with daily updates and informational meetings
Identified customer needs and delivered relevant product solutions and promotions
Controlled business inventory to keep numbers beneath targets through expert oversight and usage monitoring
Oversaw payroll preparation and administration for staff
Coordinated monthly budgets, managed profit and loss and consistently met desired margin targets
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked
Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement
Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Missouri Southern University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management, Accounting
Drury University
Skills
Operations Management
Complaint Handling & Customer Resolutions
Client Relationship Management
Communication Skills
Cost-Reduction Strategies
Safety Leader with Knowledge of OSHA Guidelines and Regulations
Supervision and Performance Assessment
Team Building, Training and Development
Negotiations Expert
Excellent Work Ethic
Insurance Knowledge
Commitment to Quality Assurance
Time Management
Detail Oriented
Strong Leadership Skills
Dependable and Punctual
Quality Control
Relationship Building
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Flexible Schedule
People Skills
Microsoft Office
Planning & Organizing
Customer Service
Accomplishments
Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Club
President 2015-2016
Vice President 2014-2015
Ambassador 2009-2014
Committee of 50
Member 2009-2016
AUSA (Association of United States Army)
Member 2009-2016
Armed Services YMCA
Board of Directors 2013-2014
Member 2009–2016
Military and Government Affairs Committee
Chairperson 2009-2016
Pulaski County Leadership Class
Vice President 2014
Other Honors
Sasquatch Samaritan of the Quarter: going above and beyond to uplift others (Lyft)
DB Cooper Award: Achieving the impossible task, exceeding company standards on damage% and efficiencies 12 months running (Lyft)
Top Salesperson of the Month for 15 out of 24 months, 9 of last 12 months (Seller’s Sexton)
Employee of the Month, three months (Seller’s Sexton)
Store Manager of the Year (Blockbuster)
Largest Year over year increase by more than $500,000, with smallest loss year over year by 1.01% (Blockbuster)
95% + Compliance Audit Score, 5 years in a row (Aaron’s Sales & Lease)
Timeline
Collision Repair Specialist
Lyft/FlexDrive- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
06.2022 - Current
Fleet Coordinator
Lyft- Full Time 40 hrs wk
12.2019 - 06.2022
Community Associate
Lyft- Full Time 40 hrs wk
08.2017 - 01.2020
Driver
Lyft- Full Time avg. 40-50hrs wk
08.2016 - 08.2017
Sales Representative
Sellers Sexton PreOwned - Full Time 50hrs wk
12.2013 - 08.2016
Store Manager
Aaron's Sales & Leasing- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
03.2008 - 12.2013
Assistant Manager
Arby's- Full Time 40 hrs wk
07.2006 - 03.2008
Store Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants- Full Time 40 hrs wk
11.2005 - 07.2006
4 Star Cook/Lead Chef
Ruby Tuesday- Full Time 40 hrs wk
11.2004 - 11.2005
Store General Manager
Blockbuster Video- Full Time 40+ hrs wk
02.2002 - 11.2004
Assistant General Manager
Aussie Jack's Steakhouse- Full Time 60 hrs wk
11.1996 - 02.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Missouri Southern University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management, Accounting
Drury University
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