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Walter Zehler

Buffalo

Summary

Offering solid foundation in leadership and strategic thinking, eager to learn and develop within dynamic sales environment. Brings understanding of market trends and customer engagement techniques, along with strong communication and analytical skills. Ready to use and develop leadership and strategic planning skills in SaaS or Management role.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

National Sales Director/Digital Product Owner

Solera
02.2012 - Current


  • Experience: Over 13 years of dedicated experience in SaaS sales, consistently delivering exceptional results in revenue generation and client acquisition.
  • Annual Contract Value (ACV): Averaged $1.3 million in ACV per year over the course of my career, showcasing a strong ability to drive high-value sales.
  • Presidents Club Recognition: Honored as a Presidents Club member for 10 out of the last 13 years, reflecting consistent top-tier performance and recognition among peers.
  • Overview: Dynamic Product Owner of Service Suite Solution. Responsible for overseeing the development, sales, and training of innovative solutions that meet market demands and client expectations.
  • OEM: Collaborated with multiple OEM's and gained solution endorsement from. This includes Infiniti, Stellantis, General Motors , Subaru, Ford and Lincoln.

Assistant Service Manager

Joe Basil Chevrolet Inc.
03.2009 - 01.2012
  • Managed a large volume service department.
  • Supported and managed a team of 20 technicians,8 advisors, and other service employees.
  • Guest service focused. Worked with guest to accommodate and exceed guest expectations.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, maintained guest relationships.

Detail Manager-Advisor-Dispatcher

Paddock Chevrolet
06.2005 - 02.2009
  • Started career detailing cars, transitioned to detail manager within 1 year.
  • Transitioned to service advisor. Large RO volume dealership. After 2 years transitioned to dispatcher.
  • Dispatched to 38 union technicians. Managed their work flow and production.

Education

Business Communications -

Dale Carnegie Center of Excellence
Buffalo, NY
06-2011

High School Diploma -

Kenmore East Senior High School
Tonawanda, NY
06-2005

Skills

  • Key Account and OEM Management
  • Sales Process Optimization
  • Substantial Contract Negotiations
  • Sales Pipeline Management
  • Service Solutions Expert

Timeline

National Sales Director/Digital Product Owner

Solera
02.2012 - Current

Assistant Service Manager

Joe Basil Chevrolet Inc.
03.2009 - 01.2012

Detail Manager-Advisor-Dispatcher

Paddock Chevrolet
06.2005 - 02.2009

Business Communications -

Dale Carnegie Center of Excellence

High School Diploma -

Kenmore East Senior High School
Walter Zehler