Rafael Gutierrez
San Luis,AZ
Summary
To continually develop and build Management skills necessary to further the growth of a Company. Able to adapt to many scenarios from customer care experience as well as training and developing ready to make a positive impact in a strong company.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
ABC Nissan
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented cost-control measures to improve profitability and streamline financial operations.
- Responsible for approvals as well as helping the sales department with closing deals in the sales floor
- Maintain and create a strong relationship with the area reps which are new to me and the one which i have worked alongside in the past
- Made sure to find the best possible rate for our customers while maximizing profit for the company
Finance Manager
Yuma Honda
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed financial strategies to optimize budget allocation and resource management.
- Led cross-functional teams in financial forecasting and analysis initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.
- Managed cash flow projections, ensuring liquidity for operational needs and investments.
- Submitter applications for the sales department to find approvals for our customers while maximizing profit on every deal
- Responsible for funding deals with different banks
- Made sure to keep a positive relationship with all bank representatives as well as underwriting and funding departments
Finance Manager
Chapman Automotive
06.2015 - 05.2024
- Create business opportunities for the company’s growth, by accessing different credit parameters to fit the correct products to our customers, train and develop sales representatives to grow their skills and become stronger, more disciplined individuals. Held day to day relationships with many loan officers at many banks to create a business relationship portfolio to help the company grow and smoothly book all trans
Store Manager
Flexi Compras
09.2013 - 04.2015
- Duties: Responsible for leading a store based sales team of 2-4 personnel with activities including sales, deliveries, returns, service/repair and collection visits. Responsible for P&L accountability and ensure proper company operating standards. Responsible for all training and coaching of sales representatives and account managers. Created plans to increase sales and profits by knowing our customers and recognizing their needs. Securing on time renewal payments and reasonably worked with delinquent accounts
Assistant Manager
Furniture Row
11.2011 - 08.2013
- Duties: Lead a sales team of 8 Personnel with activities including sales, deliveries, returns and service. Conducted routine safety inspections for all departments. Accurately managed store inventory audits and variances on a monthly basis. Responsible for properly training and developing future managers. Established sales objectives with my team creating sales plans and salvaged unsalable goods for profit. Consistently met store goals while growing a 20% increase in an eight month period.
Credit Manager/ Sales Manager
Rent A Center
11.2009 - 10.2011
- Duties: Managed all rental accounts at a store with 652 customers, while processing orders to coordinate product delivery. Maintained and exceeded company standards on percent of rental revenue collected. Maintain a quality showroom while keeping merchandise in excellent rent ready-condition. Daily training of employees to ensure our team consistently exceeded company goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Luis High School
01.2006
Skills
- Competitive sales
- Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Problem solver
- Self-Directed
- Effective team collaboration
- Calendar management
- Sales expertise
- Retail merchandising
- Inventory and sales management
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Sales strategy development
- Salesforce proficiency
- Proficient in CRM tools
- Customer engagement
- Financial services expertise
- Sales strategy development
- Financial analysis
- Effective presentation skills
- Retail store management
- Proficient in computer applications
- Strong verbal communication
- Strong organizational abilities
- Effective time management
- Point of sale operation
- Technical product sales
- Analytical problem-solving
- Account relationship development
- Field sales expertise
- Digital marketing expertise
- Cash management
Additional Information
- SKILLS-
- Bilingual- English and Spanish
- Competitive sales skills
- Ability to work long hours
- Extremely motivated to advance in any company
- Self-Directed- Able to work independently, and maintain focus despite interruption
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Interpersonal problem solver who promotes teamwork
- Efficient in multi-tasking
- Communication Skills- Oral & Written
- Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer systems
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Finance Manager
ABC Nissan
08.2025 - Current
Finance Manager
Yuma Honda
06.2024 - 07.2025
Finance Manager
Chapman Automotive
06.2015 - 05.2024
Store Manager
Flexi Compras
09.2013 - 04.2015
Assistant Manager
Furniture Row
11.2011 - 08.2013
Credit Manager/ Sales Manager
Rent A Center
11.2009 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
San Luis High School
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