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Tamas Rado

Oviedo,FL

Summary

I am an analytical producer with proven results dedicated to continuous optimization and strategic change management. Well-versed in developing and improving operations to scale with dynamic needs.

Leverages business intelligence to make smart decisions and innovates important updates to keep businesses profitable.

I am a completer-Finisher! Not a 9-5er but I keep going not till I get tired instead I keep going till the task is done successfully! I bring not only skills and experience but passion to my work.

My resume is a dialog for conversation. I bring results which will show in dividends on your bottom line.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Of Buford
Buford, Georgia
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented sales plans to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.
  • Monitored daily operations of the showroom ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Created reports detailing sales performance to present to upper management at weekly meetings.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure a smooth transition from sale through delivery of vehicle.
  • Assisted customers in selecting vehicles that best met their needs while maximizing profit potential for dealership.
  • Solicited new business through cold calling, networking events, and referral programs.
  • Coached staff members on effective communication techniques when dealing with customers.
  • Ensured all paperwork was completed accurately for each transaction including finance contracts, warranties.
  • Negotiated deals with customers in order to close sales transactions quickly and efficiently.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries from customers regarding products or services offered by the dealership.
  • Developed and executed strategies to improve new vehicle sales.
  • Mentored employees to help achieve sales and CSI objectives.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.

Manager

Greenway Ford
Orlando, FL
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed and monitored online marketing campaigns to ensure maximum ROI.
  • Integrated third-party applications into the company's websites such as CRM software or analytics tools.
  • Created reports on website performance metrics such as page views, unique visitors and conversion rates.
  • Assisted in hiring, on boarding and training of new staff.
  • Assisted Finance department in Funding CIT's.
  • Assisted Sales personal in cleaning heat sheets for Finance funding.
  • Helped Secondary Finance department in getting contracts funded.
  • Assisted in buying vehicles for the dealership.
  • Assisted in the appraisal of vehicles.
  • Assisted Sales managers in closing deals over the phone as well as on the floor. Usually with back end. Price payment would include Warranty Gap Service contract.. LUX Package.
  • Continuously assisted sometimes 44 sales people in making deals. By Training and motivation.
  • Over all. Protected dealership in compliance. Protected Gross profit where ever possible front and back end.

Automotive Corporate Finance Manager

Zengo Opel Auto Group
Baranya Megye, Hungary
11.2019 - 03.2024
  • Conducted performance reviews for staff; provided feedback on strengths and weaknesses as well as development opportunities.
  • Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing business processes and recommending solutions.
  • Provided guidance and advice on the best financing options available for customers.
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to upper management.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to auto finance services.
  • Managed customer accounts to ensure timely payments were made according to loan terms.
  • Developed relationships with third-party vendors who provided additional products or services related to automotive finance.
  • Analyzed customer credit histories in order to determine eligibility for loans.
  • Identified areas where operational efficiencies could be improved within the department.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to auto financing services.
  • Processed applications for new vehicle loans efficiently and accurately.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic plans based on market analysis and industry trends.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to develop comprehensive budget models that reflect organizational goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as banking relationships or technology solutions.
  • Reviewed applications against established parameters to determine approval, rejection, or modification requirements.

Finance Director

Avondale Mazda
Avondale, United States
05.2014 - 09.2019
  • Recruited and trained top-quality candidates to fill vacancies and maximize the teams performance
  • Fluent in CDK, CUDL, ROUTEONE, DEALER DMV, DEALERTRACK, DARWIN
  • Helped customers with financial problems using relationship-based approach
  • Enhanced sales of financial and insurance products
  • Kept CIT's under 3% to insure our target goals met, funded and moneys were in house
  • Practiced due diligence and compliance to protect the dealership
  • Delegated authority for receipt, disbursement, banking, protection and custody of funds, securities and financial instruments
  • Reviewed collection reports regularly to determine status of collections and amounts of outstanding balances and formulate effective strategies to bring numbers back in line with targets
  • Directed the negotiation of contracts with service providers such as banks, financial institutions and insurance brokers
  • Evaluated applications for loans and lines of credit to determine whether customers were suitable candidates for the desired product
  • Managed investor relations, holding final approval of all investor-facing communications and documentation
  • Networked around the local area to identify and capture new business opportunities
  • Prepared presentations and reports for management to aid in key financial planning and decision-making
  • Analyzed historical financial data to identify the deficiencies and development opportunities available to the organization

Regional Manager

General Motors - OPEL
Baranya Megye, Hungary
06.2005 - 10.2014
  • Pecs, BA
  • Domestic and International travel.
  • In charge of Dealership enhancement in 7 cities
  • Visited each dealership assigned to me on a regular basis to insure procedures and policies were in place and used
  • Assigned tasks to associates, staffed projects, tracked progress and updated managers, partners and clients as necessary
  • Planned and executed events and marketing programs, producing five times target number of qualified leads
  • Increased credibility and client awareness by developing technical/non-technical marketing collateral and presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters
  • Developed and implemented successful systems to track and manage expenses for effective budget administration
  • Oversaw compliance at region-level in collaboration with fellow executives to keep operations running at peak levels
  • Implemented and oversaw continues growth of sales through B2B development and training of staff
  • Helped coordinate company inventory control and shrink strategies and priorities to increase profitability
  • Monitored interior and exterior facilities maintenance and cleanliness standards and followed up with corporate and vendor contacts to resolve issues
  • Supported location managers with operational, sales and business knowledge to help each achieve profit goals
  • Established sales and performance goals for each location, developed action plans and provided tools and necessary mentoring to attain or exceed designated projections
  • Enhanced employee morale and maintained low turnover rate with targeted recruitment and development strategies
  • Facilitated new marketing strategies and improved customer service management approaches to boost company revenue
  • Analyzed district metrics and implemented forward-thinking strategies to correct deficiencies and close operational gaps
  • Implemented and trained stores on new merchandising techniques to increase sales
  • Designed attractive merchandise presentation strategies and special marketing campaigns to increase store traffic and profits
  • Developed team-based culture with shared strategies and goals and strong performance-based initiatives
  • Conducted weekly conference calls and manager meetings to discuss performance of each location
  • Created new revenue streams through aggressive local store marketing and community involvement
  • Evaluated operations and accounting information to continuously monitor business activities
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations and assisted in challenge resolution to reduce potential downtime
  • Implemented incentive programs and process improvements to bolster underperforming areas
  • Managed employee performance through disciplining, coaching and counseling
  • Improved employee skills and increased team value with new training opportunities and empowering leadership
  • Led training and onboarding programs to assist new hires with meeting targets.
  • Conducted regular meetings with district managers to discuss sales performance and provide guidance on improvement tactics.
  • Analyzed regional financial data to identify areas of growth opportunities.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key customers in the region.
  • Evaluated customer feedback and adjusted company processes accordingly.
  • Established goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of performance for all personnel in the region.
  • Monitored team progress towards achievement of goals and objectives set forth by executive management.
  • Trained staff on product knowledge, customer service techniques, sales strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to employment practices within the region.
  • Collaborated closely with Human Resources department on matters related to employee relations.
  • Participated in job fairs throughout the year to recruit qualified candidates for open positions in the region.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers or vendors in person or over phone and email communication.
  • Hired talented, trainable team members and drove new business strategies to grow revenues.
  • Minimized turnover through effective training and employee engagement programs.
  • Mentored and guided general managers on proper processes and methodologies.
  • Maximized branch revenue by optimizing daily operations.
  • Handled human resource concerns and established plans to handle issues consistently and efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase market share in the region.

Finance Manager

Larry Van Tuyl
Phoenix, United States
07.1997 - 05.2005
  • Detail-oriented Finance Manager who is adept at meeting customer expectations and resolving issues in a timely professional manner
  • Consistently ranked as the highest performer in terms of product sales averages and gross profit.
  • Fluent in CDK, CUDL, ROUTEONE, DEALER DMV, DEALERTRACK
  • Skilled at tracking customer balances approving loan applications and verifying customer information
  • Specialize in establishing productive relationships with customers seeking financing options
  • Solid knowledge of financing procedures and credit options
  • Ability to offer a variety of financing options to customers
  • Extensive internal and external communications and organizational skills
  • Proficient at working well independently and in team environments
  • Maintains 75% + financial product sale penetration while maintaining above average CSI
  • Excellent at building relationships and maintaining those within the banking industry and financial institutions
  • TEAM player
  • Understands the importance of protecting the corporation and generating gross profit along with striving for 100% CSI is the 3 most important functions of a Finance Manager.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economic business/Accounting

University of Phoenix
Glendale, AZ

Skills

  • Contracting enhancement Stakeholder relations
  • Vendor collaboration Process improvement
  • Report preparation Sales and marketing
  • Business development B2B/B2C Account Executive
  • Implemented B2B/B2C Sales strategy Strategic planning
  • Team building and leadership Plan sales
  • Fluent in CDK, CUDL, ROUTEONE, DEALER DMV, DEALERTRACK, DARVIN
  • Oversee operations Lead International growth
  • Domestic and International travel
  • Multitasking Public speaking
  • Training Task prioritization
  • Collaboration Motivation
  • Networking Organization
  • Planning Prioritization
  • Hiring and training Staff development
  • Financial management Financial product sales
  • Insurance product sales development Build successful teams
  • Customer relationship management Performance optimization
  • Territory growth Presentation development
  • Lead prospecting
  • English, Native
  • I am a citizen of the United States
  • Hungarian, Bilingual
  • I am a citizen of the European Union
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Vendor Relations
  • Human Resources
  • Consulting
  • Business Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Negotiation
  • Talent Management and Staffing
  • Training and Development
  • Coaching and Counseling

Timeline

Sales Manager

Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Of Buford
08.2024 - Current

Manager

Greenway Ford
04.2024 - 08.2024

Automotive Corporate Finance Manager

Zengo Opel Auto Group
11.2019 - 03.2024

Finance Director

Avondale Mazda
05.2014 - 09.2019

Regional Manager

General Motors - OPEL
06.2005 - 10.2014

Finance Manager

Larry Van Tuyl
07.1997 - 05.2005

Bachelor of Science - Economic business/Accounting

University of Phoenix
Tamas Rado