TIMOTHY DONNER
Brighton,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable and passionate hobby enthusiast with strong background in leading sales teams to achieve ambitious targets. Proven ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies, driving revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and relationship management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Sales Manager
Feldman Ineos Grenadier & 1-800-Preowned
Waterford, MI
09.2025 - Current
- Led sales team in achieving quarterly revenue targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Fostered relationships with key clients, enhancing customer retention and satisfaction levels.
- Analyzed market trends to inform pricing strategies and promotional campaigns, increasing competitiveness.
- Developed training programs to enhance product knowledge and selling techniques among staff.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce costs.
- Mentored junior sales associates, promoting professional development and improving team performance.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Implemented effective pricing strategies that balanced profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
- Developed and maintained relationships with OEM and business partners.
Finance Manager
Feldman 1-800-Preowned
Waterford, MI
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Led Finance Department to achieve consumer vehicle financing objectives and sell vehicle protection products aligned with customer needs.
- Achieved product sales penetration and gross income goals consistently in highest revenue generating department within dealership.
- Drove dealership growth by meeting product sales and finance objectives.
Sales Manager
Feldman 1-800-Preowned
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Lead the sales team to achieve sales objectives of new and pre-owned vehicles.
- Developed processes to enhance inventory turnover and achieve consumer satisfaction goals.
- Trained and motivated sales team to exceed individual and store level objectives.
- Managed inventory and pricing strategies to optimize profitability.
Sales Associate & Finance Manager
Feldman Chevrolet of Highland
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Developed and executed targeted lead follow up, enhancing sales team effectiveness.
- Built rapport and managed business relationships to maintain status as a top associate.
- Promoted to Finance Department in February 2020 after 5 months of successful performance as Sales Associate.
- Immediately became a top 5 Finance Manager company wide.
Education
BBA - Finance
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-2011
Skills
- Sales development
- Sales process optimization
- Team management
- Sales strategy
- Revenue growth
- Sales forecasting
- Leadership and team building
- Team development
- Employee coaching
- Employee motivation
Certification
AFIP Certified
Timeline
General Sales Manager
Feldman Ineos Grenadier & 1-800-Preowned
09.2025 - Current
Finance Manager
Feldman 1-800-Preowned
02.2024 - 09.2025
Sales Manager
Feldman 1-800-Preowned
09.2021 - 02.2024
Sales Associate & Finance Manager
Feldman Chevrolet of Highland
08.2019 - 09.2021
BBA - Finance
Western Michigan University