RANDALL S. BAUDEK
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Service-oriented finance/sales professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry. Dedicated to achieving maximum profit while providing excellent customer service. Superior record of surpassing expectations, including finance and ancillary penetration. Proven in building new business, securing customer loyalty and forging strong relationships with external business partners.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
WILKINS HYUNDAI-MAZDA
12.2023 - Current
- Managed finance department including delivery of all vehicles
- Actively worked with customers to secure vehicle financing and to comprehensively explain beneficial product options
- Continued established relationships with lending institutions in order to accurately obtain financial options for customers
Finance Director
PUGI OF CHICAGOLAND
10.2017 - 12.2023
- Lead a finance management team that is responsible for maximizing showroom penetration and professionalism in vehicle delivery
- Secure vehicle financing and product options with a comprehensive explanation of the value and benefits of the products
- Maintain relationships with lending institutions to increase the range, accuracy and availability of financial options for customers
General Manager
D’ARCY CHEVY - BUICK - CADILLAC
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Turned a failing dealership with over 400,000 in loss into a profitable operation within one year
- Overhauled internal procedures to increase employee performance and productivity
- Developed successful incentive program
- Grew company image using strategic marketing and service skills
Finance Director
HAPPY HYUNDAI
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Actively participated in the start-up of a new auto dealership.
- Implemented critical computer programs and established finance department procedures prior to the dealership opening.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the finance department
Finance Director
BILL KAY CHEVROLET
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Managed finance department including delivery of all vehicles
- Processed over 30-40 million dollars in transactions annually
- Earned Presidential or Elite fulfillment levels
- Maintained over 51% warranty penetration
Finance Manager (Promotion)
BOLINGBROOK CHEVROLET
03.1997 - 11.2006
- Processed over 30 million dollars in transactions annually
- Achieved and maintained Platinum Premium status finance penetration with GMAC for eight consecutive years
- Earned Presidential or Elite fulfillment levels
- Increased revenue in F&I 50% for eight consecutive years
- Secured top level of warranty penetration quarterly
Sales Representative
BOLINGBROOK CHEVROLET
08.1993 - 03.1997
- Winner - Chevrolet Society of Sales Executives, 1997 & 1996
- Member - Chevrolet Legion of Leaders, 1995 & 1994
- Top Salesman of the Month; February 1996, September 1995, August 1995, January 1995, October 1994, April 1994, October 1993
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
Plainfield, ILCertification -
Ally Automotive Leadership Academy
Certification -
SmartBuy / SmartLease
Certification - Lease Management
GMAC
Business Management Certification Course
Leaselink
US Safety Council Driving Course
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Loan underwriting proficiency and processing coordination
- Contract preparation
- Customer service
- Automotive financial product sales
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Finance Manager
WILKINS HYUNDAI-MAZDA
12.2023 - Current
Finance Director
PUGI OF CHICAGOLAND
10.2017 - 12.2023
General Manager
D’ARCY CHEVY - BUICK - CADILLAC
12.2015 - 06.2017
Finance Director
HAPPY HYUNDAI
01.2009 - 12.2015
Finance Director
BILL KAY CHEVROLET
01.2007 - 12.2008
Finance Manager (Promotion)
BOLINGBROOK CHEVROLET
03.1997 - 11.2006
Sales Representative
BOLINGBROOK CHEVROLET
08.1993 - 03.1997
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
Certification -
Ally Automotive Leadership Academy
Certification -
SmartBuy / SmartLease
Certification - Lease Management
GMAC
Business Management Certification Course
Leaselink
US Safety Council Driving Course
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