Valerie Sadowski
Glendale Heights,IL
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in automotive sales. Known for exceptional communication and multitasking abilities, dedicated to enhancing customer experiences and achieving sales targets.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RV Sales Associate
Kunes RV of Chicagoland
Frankfort, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting RV models based on needs and preferences.
- Provided detailed product knowledge during sales presentations to enhance customer experience.
- Processed sales transactions efficiently using dealership management software.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain showroom organization and cleanliness.
- Built relationships with clients through effective communication and follow-up strategies.
- Demonstrated RV features and specifications during customer walk-throughs to facilitate decision-making.
- Adapted quickly to new inventory, ensuring up-to-date information for customer inquiries.
- Assisted customers in determining their needs, presenting suitable RV options based on their preferences and budget requirements.
- Managed inventory efficiently by conducting regular audits, updating database records accurately, and communicating updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Assisted in negotiating pricing and terms with customers to optimize procurement costs on used units.
Automotive Sales Manager
Burr Oak Auto
Blue Island, IL
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented customer relationship management initiatives to enhance client retention.
- Ordered and maintained suitable inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles to achieve volume and gross profit objectives.
- Streamlined sales process with the integration of CRM tools, resulting in improved lead tracking and follow-up procedures.
- Provided guidance on trade-in evaluations, ensuring accurate appraisals that benefited both customers and the dealership''s bottom line.
- Leveraged eLeads, CDK, DealerTrack, CUDL, AutoTrader, TrueCar, vAuto, KBB and other resources to drive new and used car sales.
- Developed strong relationships with lending institutions to secure competitive financing options for customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed auto loan applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of client credit history to determine the best financing options available.
- Negotiated favorable interest rates and terms with lending institutions, benefiting both dealership and clients.
- Educated customers on various loan products, ensuring they fully understood their financial commitments.
Auto Finance Manager
Route 6 Auto Max
Markham, IL
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Reviewed credit reports to assess customer eligibility for financing options.
- Maintained relationships with lenders to negotiate better terms and broaden financing options.
- Maximized revenue generation by upselling a variety of finance and insurance products to customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service throughout the auto finance process.
- Developed strong relationships with lenders to secure favorable loan terms for customers.
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations governing automotive financing practices.
- Educated customers on various loan products, ensuring they fully understood their financial commitments.
Project Manager
Consolidated Flooring
Addison, IL
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Led project planning and execution for multiple flooring installations, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance communication and streamline project workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, including scope definitions and status reports, to ensure transparency.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency in project execution and resource allocation.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Managed project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial forecasts and guidelines.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
Project Manager
Forward Space
Oak Brook, IL
11.2016 - 02.2020
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver flooring projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans outlining scope, timelines, and resource allocation for optimal execution.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project lead times.
- Managed stakeholder communications to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
- Developed and maintained project schedules, tracking milestones to ensure timely completion.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Audit and Compliance Manager
HSBC Finance Corporation
Elmhurst, IL
08.1999 - 02.2016
- Led compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Streamlined audit processes, enhancing operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions based on audit findings.
- Managed relationships with external regulators, ensuring transparent communication and timely resolution of issues.
- Enhanced compliance programs for better adherence to regulations, updating policies, and providing training.
- Reviewed audit reports for accuracy, consistency, and quality before submission to management or regulatory bodies.
- Consistently met deadlines for regulatory reporting requirements while maintaining attention to detail.
- Led successful remediation efforts following audit findings by developing corrective action plans in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
Education
High School Diploma -
Driscoll Catholic
Addison, IL05-1998
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Empathy and patience
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Social media marketing
- Inventory management
- Lead prospecting
- Contract negotiation
- Finance
- Problem-solving
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Positive customer engagement
Certification
- Finance and Insurance Certificate
Timeline
RV Sales Associate
Kunes RV of Chicagoland
06.2025 - Current
Automotive Sales Manager
Burr Oak Auto
08.2022 - 10.2024
Auto Finance Manager
Route 6 Auto Max
02.2021 - 06.2022
Project Manager
Consolidated Flooring
02.2020 - 02.2021
Project Manager
Forward Space
11.2016 - 02.2020
Audit and Compliance Manager
HSBC Finance Corporation
08.1999 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Driscoll Catholic