Zachary Marlar
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic Sales Manager with a proven track record at McCloskey Motors, excelling in sales negotiation and team leadership. Enhanced sales performance through strategic process improvements and effective training. Adept at inventory management and fostering customer relationships, driving significant growth in customer engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
McCloskey Motors
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2025 - Current
- Participated in negotiations with vendors regarding product purchases or contracts.
- Implemented process changes to streamline sales department workflow.
- Trained and mentored sales staff to enhance performance and product knowledge.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize shortages.
- Utilized CRM software to track sales activities and customer interactions efficiently.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
Sales Manager
Bob Penkhus Volvo Mazda
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Trained and mentored sales staff to enhance performance and product knowledge.
- Developed sales strategies to increase customer engagement and loyalty.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Utilized CRM software to track sales activities and customer interactions efficiently.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
Fowler Jeep of Boulder
Fowler Automotive
Boulder, CO
10.2018 - 04.2025
- Managed customer feedback and resolved issues promptly to maintain a positive online reputation.
- Utilized CRM tools to track customer interactions and sales conversions, optimizing for future marketing efforts.
- Monitored online customer inquiries and ensured prompt and professional responses to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed customer data to identify trends in web traffic, purchases and other behaviors.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Created and maintained product listings across various online platforms to maximize exposure and sales.
- Coordinated with IT department to ensure website functionality and user-friendly interface for optimal customer experience.
Sales Associate
BMW of Dallas
Dallas, Texas
12.2007 - 03.2016
- Responsibilities began with picking up and delivery of customer vehicles; courtesy rides for customers; assist customers with loaner vehicles
- Began selling new MINI coopers in 2010 leading to new BMW and pre-owned
- Included product, sales, and negotiation training once a year
- Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Creekview High School
01.2005
North Lake Community College
Brookhaven Community College
Skills
- Communication
- Sales negotiation
- Online marketing
- Website maintenance
- Product merchandising
- Inventory management
- Problem resolution
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to change
- Team leadership
- Conflict management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Supervision and leadership
- Customer service
- Cultural awareness
- Dependable and responsible
- CRM software
Proficiencies
- Cox Automotive
- DealerTrack
- Cudl
- CDK
- RouteOne
- DealerOps
- VinSolutions
- DriveCentric
- Vauto
Timeline
Sales Manager
McCloskey Motors
09.2025 - Current
Sales Manager
Bob Penkhus Volvo Mazda
04.2025 - 09.2025
Fowler Jeep of Boulder
Fowler Automotive
10.2018 - 04.2025
Sales Associate
BMW of Dallas
12.2007 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Creekview High School
North Lake Community College
Brookhaven Community College