Rick Sowell
Bartow,FL
Summary
Experienced automotive parts professional adept at keeping the parts area organized, professional and running at peak efficiency. Proactive problem-solver and demonstrated leader 6+ years of experience in the industry. Skilled Parts Sales Associate with expertise in sales, service and compliance. Flexible team player with strong problem-solving and interpersonal abilities. Reliable employee seeking parts manager position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Technician
Polk County Board Of County Commissioners
Bartow, FL
06.2002 - Current
- Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Assisted with data management for regulatory and operational reporting.
Parts Salesman
NAPA Auto Parts
Bartow, FL
07.1997 - 11.2001
- Provided exceptional customer support to every guest to promote satisfaction and meet service guidelines.
- Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns and complete sales.
- Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
- Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
- Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
- Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions and register closeout at end of business day.
- Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor.
- Stocked and managed stock of parts.
- Used and maintained knowledge of stock numbering system and properly categorized for easy access and organization.
- Completed sales and service documentation for customer and business records and provided receipts of purchase.
Commercial Sales Manager
Autozone
Bartow, FL
01.1995 - 07.1997
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of competitor products and pricing in market served.
- Encouraged cross-selling of additional products and services through relationship-building and acquired understanding of customer business needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bartow Senior High School
Bartow, FL06.1992
Timeline
Environmental Technician
Polk County Board Of County Commissioners
06.2002 - Current
Parts Salesman
NAPA Auto Parts
07.1997 - 11.2001
Commercial Sales Manager
Autozone
01.1995 - 07.1997
High School Diploma -
Bartow Senior High School
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