WASIM ALSALIHI
Marietta,GA
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with over 23 years of comprehensive experience in the used auto dealership industry, excelling in all departmental functions. Expertise includes senior-level auto sales, service management, and purchasing, complemented by a proven ability to implement strategic initiatives that drive profitability and enhance sales performance. Renowned for operational excellence and a commitment to superior customer care, fostering long-term client relationships. Highly skilled in motivating, training, and developing teams to thrive in competitive environments, ensuring sustained organizational success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager/F&I Manager
Marietta Auto Sales
Marietta, GA
12.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share and drive revenue growth.
- Led team training programs to enhance product knowledge and improve customer engagement techniques.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and optimize inventory management for improved efficiency.
- Fostered relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and enhance customer loyalty initiatives.
- Collaborated with sales teams to ensure seamless integration of financing options in vehicle sales process.
- Developed financing solutions tailored to customer needs, enhancing overall satisfaction.
Sales Manager/ Service Manaer
Sports & Import Autos
Marietta, GA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Monitored team performance, adhered to service level agreements (SLAs) and provided detailed job training.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
- Implemented strategies to increase customer service satisfaction ratings.
- Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
Sales Manager/ Senior Auto Buyer
Century Motorsports LLC
Mableton, GA
02.2018 - 05.2025
- Sales, quality control, budget reports, employee scheduling, team building
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Created and maintained sales environment to support business objectives.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
- Boosted revenue and facilitated sales activity while developing consistent employee measurements for exceeding goals.
- Attended trade shows for in-person engagement and network building.
- Analyzed business and sales targets using critical problem-solving skills.
General Manager/ Senior Auto Buyer
Marietta Car center
Marietta, GA
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and team productivity.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and service quality.
- Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
- Directed safety operations and maintained clean work environment to adhere to FDA and OSHA requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
Service Manager
Marietta Luxury Autos
Marietta, GA
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Upheld team productivity and quality objectives by setting and maintaining clear benchmarks for service.
- Developed and implemented training programs for service staff, enhancing technical knowledge and operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Oversaw service department operations, ensuring high standards of customer satisfaction and vehicle performance.
Auto Buyer
Auto Deals
Marietta, GA
11.2006 - 01.2010
- Auto Buying and selling to local and online auctions as well as transporting vehicles.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
- Analyzed buying trends at each store location to identify appropriate mix of inventory items for top-tier sales.
- Duties include but not limited to
Sales/ Sales Manager
Jordan Autos
Mableton, GA
01.2001 - 09.2006
- Sales Management and Service Management Cross training.
- Duties include but not limited to: Overseeing Sales teams, inventory and business operations as well as motivating employees, planning promotions/events
- Auto Buying and selling to local and online auctions as well as transporting vehicles.
Education
High School -
Wheeler High School
Marietta, GA05-2002
Skills
- Supply procurement
- Strategic business planning
- Productivity monitoring
- FLUENT IN Arabic
- Business development
- Employee training and development
- Resource allocation
- Risk management
- Conflict resolution
- Workflow management
- Inventory management
- Multiple priorities management
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Manager/F&I Manager
Marietta Auto Sales
12.2025 - Current
Sales Manager/ Service Manaer
Sports & Import Autos
08.2025 - 12.2025
Sales Manager/ Senior Auto Buyer
Century Motorsports LLC
02.2018 - 05.2025
General Manager/ Senior Auto Buyer
Marietta Car center
08.2015 - 01.2018
Service Manager
Marietta Luxury Autos
12.2010 - 06.2015
Auto Buyer
Auto Deals
11.2006 - 01.2010
Sales/ Sales Manager
Jordan Autos
01.2001 - 09.2006
High School -
Wheeler High School
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