Ryan Thacker
Columbus,OH
Summary
Accomplished Sales Manager with a proven track record at MINI Cooper, elevating sales rankings significantly and mastering inventory and pricing strategies. Renowned for exceptional negotiation skills and fostering strong customer relationships, I excel in team leadership and strategic market analysis, ensuring peak performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
MINI Cooper
Dublin, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Promoted to Sales Manager after demonstrating strong sales performance and leadership potential, overseeing a team of 3 sales associates
- Led the MINI Cooper sales department to a #3 ranking nationally in new car sales and #5 ranking in certified pre-owned sales for the 2024 calendar year, up from near the bottom in previous years
- Directed inventory management and pricing strategies for new and pre-owned MINI vehicles to enhance profit margins.
- Developed and executed strategies to increase customer retention, boost sales volume, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction
- Conducted regular sales training sessions to improve closing rates and product knowledge among sales team members
- Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
Sales Associate
Audi & Volkswagen
Dublin, USA
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Specialized in selling Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, consistently met or exceeded sales targets through expert product knowledge and customer relationship management.
- Played a key role in assisting with pre-owned inventory management and pricing, ensuring vehicles were competitively priced and aligned with market trends
- Exhibited exceptional closing abilities converting leads into successful sales and maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to deliver insights on inventory trends, market dynamics, and customer expectations.
- Achieved recognition for exceptional sales performance across new and pre-owned vehicle categories.
Education
1 Year of College -
University of Toledo
Toledo, OhioHigh School Diploma -
Johnstown High School
Johnstown, OhioSkills
- Experienced Automotive Sales Professional
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Closing Skills
- Skilled in Negotiation
- Inventory Management
- Strategic Pricing Development
- Sales Training
- Team Management
- KPI analysis
- Automotive Sales Software
- Experience with CRM Platforms
- Market Analysis
- Strategic Competitive Analysis
- Clear Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Led MINI Cooper department to a #3 ranking in new car sales and #5 ranking in Certified Pre-Owned sales nationally in 2023.
- Achieved consistently high closing rates and exceeded sales targets for both Audi and Volkswagen brands.
- Played a pivotal role in improving pre-owned inventory management and pricing, leading to enhanced profitability.
References
Derek Watts- GM 614-378-5288
Billy Harris- GM 614-563-7748
Tim Kenny- Sales Manager 614-980-3133
Timeline
Sales Manager
MINI Cooper
01.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Audi & Volkswagen
01.2019 - 12.2023
1 Year of College -
University of Toledo
High School Diploma -
Johnstown High School
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