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Sierra Elbert

Harper Woods,MI

Summary

Results-driven operations and project leader with more than 10 years of experience in automotive retail operations, sales leadership, process improvement, and cross-functional project implementation. Proven track record leading technology rollouts, operational transformation initiatives, process automation projects, and team adoption programs that improved customer engagement, operational efficiency, compliance, and business performance. Experienced in managing project timelines, stakeholder communications, risk mitigation, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Currently pursuing opportunities to leverage project leadership experience within automotive manufacturing and program management environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

DriveTime
Eastpointe, MI
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed rollout of an automated documentation process designed to improve title and registration accuracy while reducing state document rejection rates.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement process changes, monitor project milestones, and ensure successful adoption.
  • Identified operational risks and developed mitigation plans to minimize disruptions during implementation.
  • Tracked project performance metrics and reported progress to executive leadership.
  • Collaborated with vendors and internal stakeholders to support implementation activities and system enhancements.
  • Developed standardized workflows and documentation procedures that increased consistency and accuracy.

Key Projects: Document Automation Initiative

  • Supported implementation of automated document generation processes.
  • Reduced manual errors and improved document accuracy by 32%.
  • Coordinated stakeholder training and rollout activities.

DT Way Project

  • Supported implementation and adoption of operational process improvements designed to enhance efficiency and consistency across departments.
  • Coordinated communication, training, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
  • Monitored project milestones and supported successful execution of initiative objectives.

Project Coordinator

UnboxedThoughts Tv
Las Vegas, NV
11.2022 - 08.2024
  • Served as Project Coordinator for business initiatives focused on product development, marketing, customer engagement, and operational execution.
  • Planned and executed multiple product launches, promotional campaigns, and community-focused projects.
  • Managed project schedules, budgets, vendor relationships, and customer communications.
  • Coordinated photography, marketing content creation, product fulfillment, and business operations.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and business performance data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinated the HomeCourt project, supporting planning, stakeholder engagement, event execution, and community outreach efforts.
  • Managed the Creative Champions Fashion Line Pop-Up project, overseeing logistics, vendor coordination, marketing support, and event execution.

Sales Manager

DriveTime
Las Vegas, NV
06.2016 - 08.2024
  • Managed sales operations while leading strategic initiatives to improve customer engagement, performance, and operational effectiveness.
  • Led coaching, training, and performance development programs for sales teams.
  • Monitored KPIs, customer conversion metrics, and operational performance indicators.
  • Collaborated with leadership teams on implementation of new technologies and business processes.

Key Projects:

Sonar Customer Communication Initiative

  • Participated in implementation and adoption of Sonar communication technology.
  • Coordinated team training, process integration, and performance monitoring.
  • Increase customer engagement rates by 32% through enhanced communication workflows.
  • Partnered with stakeholders to identify barriers, resolve issues, and drive user adoption.

Hyperdrive Project

  • Supported implementation and optimization of the Hyperdrive platform to enhance sales processes and customer engagement.
  • Sales increased by 26% two months after the project rollout.
  • Assisted with training, adoption strategies, and performance tracking.
  • Collaborated with leadership and team members to improve utilization and operational effectiveness.

Education

MBA - Project Management

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2014

Skills

  • Project scheduling
  • Project tracking
  • Project planning
  • Data Analysis & KPI Reporting
  • CRM platforms
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Timeline & Milestone Management
  • Risk management
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Agile methodology

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional Expected July 2026

Timeline

Operations Manager

DriveTime
08.2024 - Current

Project Coordinator

UnboxedThoughts Tv
11.2022 - 08.2024

Sales Manager

DriveTime
06.2016 - 08.2024

MBA - Project Management

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Michigan