Robert Brauer
Killeen,TEXAS
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager/Sales Manager
Kyrish Truck Centers
08.2016 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Boosted employee retention by developing comprehensive benefits package and fostering positive work environment.
- Oversaw successful launch of new product lines, coordinating between departments to ensure unified approach and timely delivery.
- Developed and executed comprehensive employee training program, elevating staff skills and improving service delivery.
- Enhanced team collaboration and communication by introducing new project management tool, leading to more efficient project completions.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Outside Parts Sales Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Managed daily operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and reporting activities related to parts sales.
- Oversaw merchandising efforts within the store, ensuring that products were displayed effectively to maximize visibility and stimulate sales growth.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition programs among staff members.
- Addressed escalated customer issues promptly, implementing solutions that satisfied both the client's needs and company policies.
- Monitored industry trends to stay current on market changes, adjusting pricing and inventory accordingly.
- Led a team of sales associates to consistently surpass monthly sales goals.
- Developed training materials to educate staff on product knowledge, enhancing their ability to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Increased parts sales by developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Collaborated with service department to ensure timely delivery of parts for repairs, reducing wait times for customers.
- Calculated sales commissions for Number parts sales representatives.
- Supervised and trained staff on product knowledge and customer service.
- Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
Outside parts sales
Kyrish Truck Centers
08.2008 - 12.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assistant Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
03.2004 - 08.2008
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Monitored sales trends to adjust pricing strategies for optimal profitability.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for development and rewarding strong performance.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
Counter Sales
Kyrishtruckcenters
08.2000 - 03.2004
Service Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
03.1998 - 08.2000
- Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
- Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
- Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing staff training on proper equipment use.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain streamlined and productive workflow.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
- Reduced service downtime for clients by proactively addressing potential issues and maintaining clear communication channels.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Increased repeat business by fostering strong client relationships through personalized service and frequent follow-ups to ensure satisfaction.
- Increased overall revenue by upselling additional services and products during routine maintenance visits.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to address complex customer issues, facilitating better communication and collaboration between teams.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure best prices for parts and supplies.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
Technician
Kyrishtruckcenters
08.1995 - 03.1998
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
- Maintained meticulous records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency in technical processes.
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Team leadership
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Reliable and responsible
- Employee training and development
- Customer service management
- Conflict resolution
- Trustworthy and honest
- Employee relations
- KPI monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Workplace safety
- Crew leadership
- Office administration
- Employee supervision
- Service scheduling
- Operational efficiency
- New employee hiring
- Staff motivation
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- Service quality management
- Staff management
- Goal setting
- Technical troubleshooting
- Estimating and quoting
- Continuous improvement
- Cost estimates
- Risk management
- Service and parts teams management
- Quality control
- Interpersonal relationships
- Rapport building
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Analytical thinking
- Staff supervision
- Budget control
- MS office
- Performance evaluations
- Upselling
- Leadership development
- Heavy equipment operation
- Contract management
- Proficient in software
- Maintenance and repair
Timeline
General Manager/Sales Manager
Kyrish Truck Centers
08.2016 - Current
Outside Parts Sales Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
12.2014 - 08.2016
Outside parts sales
Kyrish Truck Centers
08.2008 - 12.2014
Assistant Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
03.2004 - 08.2008
Counter Sales
Kyrishtruckcenters
08.2000 - 03.2004
Service Manager
Kyrishtruckcenters
03.1998 - 08.2000
Technician
Kyrishtruckcenters
08.1995 - 03.1998
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