Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Languages
References
Awards
References
Walid Elshazli

Walid Elshazli

McLean,USA

Summary

A seasoned leader in sales management- Finance management, I've driven substantial revenue growth at Alexandria Toyota by leveraging expert negotiation skills and a strong ability to build and maintain relationships. Specializing in business development and sales enablement, my strategies have consistently resulted in market expansion and a notable increase in profitability, showcasing a unique blend of technical acumen and interpersonal finesse.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5

Certificates

1
1

Finance business Degree

Work History

Senior Sales Manager

Jaguar of Tysons
McLean, Virginia
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits and expand market share.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies that optimize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and other business partners.
  • Pursued sales deals by qualifying clients, building individualized proposals, and preparing final contracts.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Responsible for meeting or exceeding monthly revenue targets set by senior management.
  • Identified opportunities for growth within existing accounts, as well as new markets.
  • Gained market share in new sales performance through aggressive team training.
  • Provided training for new sales staff members on company policies and procedures.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Strategically managed revenue streams by establishing sales targets, deployment strategies, and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.

Senior Sales Manager

Land Rover of Tysons
McLean, Virginia
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits and expand market share.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies that optimize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and other business partners.
  • Pursued sales deals by qualifying clients, building individualized proposals, and preparing final contracts.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Responsible for meeting or exceeding monthly revenue targets set by senior management.
  • Identified opportunities for growth within existing accounts as well as new markets.
  • Gained market share in new sales performance through aggressive team training.
  • Provided training for new sales staff members on company policies and procedures.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Strategically managed revenue streams by establishing sales targets, deployment strategies, and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.

General Sales Manager

Ourisman Hyundai Of Bowie
Bowie, MD
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Achieve high goals by highly motivating others, networking, Creating and improving sales strategies at Goal-Objective: To apply 20 years of sales management.Finance in new environment in order to the same time providing world class client service
  • Stayed up-to-date on extensive company products and services.
  • Hired and motivated team members, working closely with salespeople and customers to negotiate and close deals.
  • Cultivated and deepened high-performance sales team.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Identified areas needing improvement in order to maximize efficiency.
  • Advised senior management on changes in product offerings based on customer feedback and market conditions.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to sales activities.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Updated and maintained dealership website and social media accounts.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
  • Implemented effective incentive programs for sales reps to boost productivity levels.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction levels and took corrective action when needed.

General Sales Manager

Ourisman Genesis of Bowie
Bowie, MD
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Stayed up-to-date on extensive company products and services.
  • Hired and motivated team members, working closely with salespeople and customers to negotiate and close deals.
  • Organized trade shows, conferences, and seminars to promote the company's products and services.
  • Cultivated and deepened high-performance sales team.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Identified areas needing improvement in order to maximize efficiency.
  • Advised senior management on changes in product offerings based on customer feedback and market conditions.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to sales activities.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Updated and maintained dealership website and social media accounts.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
  • Implemented effective incentive programs for sales reps to boost productivity levels.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction levels and took corrective action when needed.
  • Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
  • Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
  • Utilized data analytics tools to monitor progress against set targets.
  • Analyzed competitor strategies to gain an edge over them in the marketplace.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of products or services to customers.
  • Priced products to competitive standards derived through and research.
  • Reviewed KPIs daily and implemented critical adjustments to increase performance for each metric.
  • Created weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, goals, and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales revenue.
  • Assisted in developing pricing models for various products or services offered by the company.
  • Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
  • Reviewed customer feedback surveys regularly and devised plans accordingly.
  • Coordinated Daily Field Reports (DFRs) and distributed to clients.
  • Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
  • Maintained department profitability while controlling expenses and promoting customer satisfaction.
  • Followed up with existing customers to generate new prospective buyers through referrals.
  • Managed, hired, and trained high-performing sales team.
  • Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional campaigns.
  • Analyzed market trends and identified potential new customers.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Utilized expert negotiation, closing and marketing skills while ensuring dynamic customer response and follow-up.
  • Utilized established sales techniques and persuasive communication skills to meet personal sales objectives.
  • Reviewed inventory data to make adjustments, evaluate forecasts and meet demands.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Identified weaknesses and implemented sales and business practices training to improve performance.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for new sales personnel.
  • Mentored and directed employees by conducting one-on-one meetings with salespeople.
  • Developed relationships with key stakeholders across different industries.

Finance Manager

Alexandria Toyota
Alexandria, VA
03.2025 - Current
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.

Mortgage Loan Officer

NFM Lending
Tyson’s , Virginia
02.2025 - Current
  • Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues.
  • Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
  • Fielded customer complaints and provided solutions.
  • Reviewed loan files and updated to match current standards.

General Sales Manager-Finance Director

Safford Brown Nissan
Fairfax, VA
04.2021 - 02.2023
  • Managed, hired, and trained high-performing sales team.
  • Reviewed inventory data to make adjustments, evaluate forecasts and meet demands.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for better pricing terms.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
  • Followed up with existing customers to generate new prospective buyers through referrals.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Implemented effective incentive programs for sales reps to boost productivity levels.
  • Identified areas needing improvement in order to maximize efficiency.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
  • Updated and maintained dealership website and social media accounts.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for new sales personnel.
  • Hired and motivated team members, working closely with salespeople and customers to negotiate and close deals.
  • Utilized established sales techniques and persuasive communication skills to meet personal sales objectives.
  • Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Used change methodologies to increase sales and led projects for increased productivity.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of products or services to customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Stayed up-to-date on extensive company products and services.
  • Cultivated and deepened high-performance sales team.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions in the company's CRM system.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional campaigns.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Maintained department profitability while controlling expenses and promoting customer satisfaction.
  • Organized trade shows, conferences, and seminars to promote the company's products and services.

Sales Manager-Used Car Manager- Finance Manager

STG Auto Group
Garden Grove, CA
03.2015 - 02.2021
  • Process Improvement
  • Credit Analysis
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
  • Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
  • Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
  • Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.

Education

Associate of Arts - Marketing

Northern Virginia Community College Nova, Annandale, VA
01-2007

High school diploma -

Marshall High School, Falls Church, VA
06.2006

Skills

  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Sales Management
  • Business Development
  • Cold Calling
  • Marketing
  • Used Car Management
  • Recruiting
  • Product Development
  • Acquisitions
  • Customer Relationship
  • B2B Sales
  • CRM Software
  • Merchandising
  • Finance Management
  • Management
  • Coaching and Training
  • Performance tracking and evaluations
  • Business growth and retention
  • Brand-building strategies
  • Pipeline management
  • Sales enablement
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Business development
  • Sales presentations
  • Vendor engagement
  • Territory management
  • Contract negotiations
  • Sales coaching
  • Sales tracking
  • Key account development
  • Service upselling
  • Personnel management
  • Profitability optimization
  • Sales techniques
  • Competitor analysis
  • Contract negotiation expertise

Certification

  • Reynolds Ignite
  • CDK
  • Vin solutions
  • Dealer Track
  • VAuto
  • Actue Trade
  • Manheim Auction - MMR
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • E-leads

Accomplishments

  • Genesis KeyStone Award

Timeline

Finance Manager - Alexandria Toyota
03.2025 - Current
Mortgage Loan Officer - NFM Lending
02.2025 - Current
Senior Sales Manager - Jaguar of Tysons
11.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Sales Manager - Land Rover of Tysons
11.2024 - 03.2025
General Sales Manager - Ourisman Hyundai Of Bowie
02.2023 - 07.2024
General Sales Manager - Ourisman Genesis of Bowie
02.2023 - 07.2024
General Sales Manager-Finance Director - Safford Brown Nissan
04.2021 - 02.2023
Sales Manager-Used Car Manager- Finance Manager - STG Auto Group
03.2015 - 02.2021
Northern Virginia Community College Nova - Associate of Arts, Marketing
Marshall High School - High school diploma,

Languages

English
Professional
Arabic
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Awards

  • JM&A compliance certification
  • Genesis Key stone Award 2023-2024
  • Top Sales Manager, Finance Manager

References

References available upon request.
Walid Elshazli