Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager
Second Chance Auto
07.2022 - Current
Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Junior Processing Customer Service
Bay Equity Home Loans
01.2019 - 01.2020
Played a pivotal role in achieving consistently high ratings from customers due to outstanding service delivery throughout the data processing lifecycle.
Developed comprehensive understanding of company products, services, and policies to better assist customers.
Handled sensitive customer information with utmost discretion while adhering to strict privacy guidelines.
Conducted thorough research on specific client cases when needed to provide accurate resolution options based on their unique needs.
Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and achieve superior service levels.
Provided exceptional customer support through active listening, problem-solving, and clear communication skills.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
F & I MANAGER
STEPHEN WADE CHEVROLET CADILLAC
05.2016 - 09.2018
Responsibilities
- Responsible for processing all automobile loans from initiation to completion of sell, including all paperwork to Banks.
- Responsible for maintaining all Legal and Financial compliance documents with Arcona.
- Communicate and work closely with over 60 lenders.
- Evaluate individual credit to decide with institutions to put loans through.
- Responsible for collecting all stipulations that each bank requires.
- Follow and make sure all contracts have been funded.
- Sales and knowledge of all vehicle/ customer protection products; Warranties, Gap Insurance, Interior, Exterior, Ding and dent, Key replacement Maintenance, Tire and Wheel protection, Lease protection plans and Clear Bra.
- Complete and maintain DealerTrack and GMC Compliance.
- Reporting new vehicles sold to General Motors.
Key Accomplishments
- Per car average of $1600 per car.
- Warranty penetration consistently over 50 percent.
- Vehicle Theft protection consistently over 87 percent.
- Finance over 68 percent.
F & I MANAGER
RIVERTON CHEVROLET
01.2002 - 05.2016
Responsibilities
- Responsible for processing all automobile loans from initiation to completion of sell, including all paperwork to Banks.
- Responsible for maintaining all Legal and Financial compliance documents with companies such as ADT and Reynolds & Reynolds.
- Communicate and work closely with over 40 lenders.
- Evaluate individual credit to decide which institution to put loan through.
- Sales and knowledge of all vehicle/ customer protection products, including Warranties, Gap Insurance, Life & Disability, Penna Plate, and Lease Protection plans.
- Conduct training with new sales people to educate them on processes, profitability, and importance of Finance.
- Complete and maintain annual Dealer Track and GMC Compliance.
- Completion of 5 F & I trainings.
- Completion of 5 Lease trainings.
Key Accomplishments:
- Top overall sales within Finance for 7 consecutive years.
- Per car average of $1650.
- Averaged over $10 million in sales for past several years.
- Finance at least 65% of all deals.
- Warrantee penetration consistently over 50 percent.
- GAP Insurance penetration consistently over 60 percent.
- Vehicle Theft penetration consistently over 85 percent.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PROFIT CONCEPTS
01.2000 - 01.2002
Responsibilities
- Responsible for selling all backend products for F & I Departments within Dealerships, including Warrantees, Life & Disability, GAP Insurance, Penna Plate, Tire Protection, and Lease Protection plans.
- Responsible for finding leads and cold calling into Auto Dealerships.
- Built relationships with customers and maintained those relationships to ensure the best support was provided.
- Train Finance Managers to ensure they were knowledgeable on the products they were selling.
Key Accomplishments:
- Consistently met with at least 10 Auto Dealerships per week.
- Consistently signed 30+ new Auto Dealerships per week.
- Helped grow business by 40% over two years.
- Consistently met 120% of sales goals and expectations.
F &I MANAGER
GUS PAULOS CHEVEROLET
01.1996 - 01.2000
Responsibilities
- Responsible for processing all automobile loans from initiation through completion of sell, including all paperwork to Banks.
- Ensure all legal requirements are met.
- Present and sell all aftermarket products.
- Structure deals to ensure the sell closes.
- Evaluate individual credit and make decisions on which lender to use.
- Communicate and work closely with over 30 lenders.
- Act as liaison between lenders and customers.
- Maintain all annual compliance documents and certifications required by F&I.
Key Accomplishments:
- Consistently one of the top Finance Managers.
- Achieved sales goals on a consistent basis.
- Consistently exceeded penetration goals.
Skills
Customer Service
Office Management
Organizational Skills
Excellent multi-tasking ability
Customer Relations
Clear oral/written communication
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Interpersonal Relations
Problem Resolution
Customer Relationship Management
Qualifications Summary
Performance-driven, insightful Finance and Insurance Manager with a proven ability to achieve and exceeds all business-development and revenue-generation goals in high-pressure environments
Skilled at consulting with clients to delineate and analyze their financial situations and develop strategic solutions to meet their automotive needs
Relationship-development expertise that complements the ability to build solid client base and drive revenue growth
Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in leveraging numerous Finance instruments in a variety of complex scenarios
Proven leadership and team-building skills, coupled with the ability to direct strong teams in managing customer relationships and providing F & I services
References
Kelli Conlin, 12473 S1700 E, Draper, Utah, 84020, 801-599-3367
Scott Bell 15 N Main St St George Ut 84790, 801-390-8543
Trent Rasmussen 343 S Chuckwalla Ln Ivins Ut 84738, 801-309-6150
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