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Rodney Jones

Blackfoot,ID

Summary

Proven leader and dedicated professional with extensive experience across various roles, including Service Manager at Clifford Motors. Excelled in customer engagement and inventory audits, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional product knowledge expertise and leadership, significantly improving team performance and service quality.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Associate/Inventory Specialist

CAL Ranch
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Assisted coworkers when needed to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently, fostering teamwork within the store environment.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent product knowledge and timely assistance on the sales floor.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by organizing shelves, racks, and other display areas for easy access and navigation by customers.

Used Car ASM

Teton Toyota
03.2015 - 09.2020
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires that facilitated quick integration into the team''s existing dynamic structure.
  • Implemented efficient processes for used car appraisals, streamlining operations and improving turnaround times.
  • Regularly reviewed competitors'' offerings, ensuring dealership remained ahead of industry trends and maintained a strong market position.
  • Trained and mentored new sales team members.

Service Advisor

Doug Smith Autoplex
01.2008 - 06.2014
  • Educated customers regarding regular maintenance protocols to preserve vehicle condition.
  • Developed estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labor.
  • Handled customer issues with confidence, using complex problem solving to provide effective resolution.
  • Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.

Service Manager

Clifford Motors
05.2002 - 01.2009
  • 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.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.

Service Manager

Beus Auto Sales
05.1997 - 05.2002
  • 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.

Product Distributor

Dst Distributors
02.1992 - 05.1997

Delivered product across western United States.

  • Managed product storage, ensuring proper organization and rotation to maintain optimal condition of goods.
  • Continuously evaluated product offerings for relevance in the market, recommending adjustments or discontinuations based on consumer trends and preferences.

United States Army Soldier

United States Army
01.1987 - 01.1992
  • Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
  • Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
  • Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks. Combat veteran.

Education

High School Diploma -

Provo High School
Provo, UT
05.1984

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Shelf Stocking
  • Product Knowledge Expertise
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Workplace Safety
  • Sales floor navigation
  • Cash handling proficiency
  • Inventory Audits
  • Product Rotation

Timeline

Floor Associate/Inventory Specialist

CAL Ranch
03.2021 - 02.2024

Used Car ASM

Teton Toyota
03.2015 - 09.2020

Service Advisor

Doug Smith Autoplex
01.2008 - 06.2014

Service Manager

Clifford Motors
05.2002 - 01.2009

Service Manager

Beus Auto Sales
05.1997 - 05.2002

Product Distributor

Dst Distributors
02.1992 - 05.1997

United States Army Soldier

United States Army
01.1987 - 01.1992

High School Diploma -

Provo High School
Rodney Jones