Winston Lewis
Lyons,IL
Summary
Experienced and self-motivated Sales Manager bringing forth over sixteen years of experience serving as an effective Sales Manager in the Auto Industries. Adept in all aspects of Auto Sales including Desking deals, Finance, Training, Motivating, and making the dealer experience great for customers. I worked with Lithia for the majority of my career with a few months with Auto INC. I started as salesman and worked my way through finance into upper management. This industry is a fun and rewarding, as long as you are willing to put in the work and learn the craft. Passionate about the Auto Industry, I will bring a professional and fun energy to any Dealer or Company.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
All American Dodge of Midland
Midland
11.2020 - 01.2026
- Checked prices and promotional rates for customers.
- Effectively utilized knowledge of inventory control and management
- Led a high-performing sales team, providing coaching and mentoring to enhance individual performance.
- Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.
- Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times.
- Submitted and closed deals
- Fostered strong relationships with customers, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty through exceptional service delivery.
- Conducted training sessions on product knowledge and sales techniques to elevate team capabilities and effectiveness.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Sales Manager
Auto Inc
Midland
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked with the mission of the company in mind and served as a dedicated and enthusiastic part of the sales team.
- Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times.
Sales - Asst. GM
Lithia
Midland
04.2009 - 05.2020
- Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products.
- Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays.
- Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates.
- Analyzed sales and financial performances to effectively plan for increased future opportunities, while identifying obvious weak trends.
- Served as an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Sales Associate.
- Successfully managed a sales team of several people to meet and achieve sales goals.
- Trained new sales professionals and provided coaching as needed to maintain company sales success.
Education
High School Diploma -
De La Salle
Chicago02.2001
Diploma - undefined
J.Sterling Morton High School
Berwyn06.2005
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Friendly and Outgoing Attitude
- Multitasking Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Sales team training
- Goals and performance
- Motivational skills
- Social media savvy
Interests
Family, Golf, Drums, Sports
Timeline
Sales Manager
All American Dodge of Midland
11.2020 - 01.2026
Sales Manager
Auto Inc
06.2020 - 09.2020
Sales - Asst. GM
Lithia
04.2009 - 05.2020
Diploma - undefined
J.Sterling Morton High School
High School Diploma -
De La Salle