Bill Fraser
Miramichi,NB
Summary
Dynamic and performance-driven business professional with high integrity, strong work ethic and great leadership skills. Meticulous and resourceful Business Manager with proven success leading productive teams, controlling budgets, networking to drive growth initiatives and marketing to maximize brand outreach.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Miramichi Kia
Miramichi, NB
01.2022 - Current
- Negotiated pricing agreements with vendors and suppliers based on organizational needs.
- Organized meetings with stakeholders to discuss objectives, strategies, and timelines for completing tasks.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for daily operations and ordered additional items when necessary.
- Reviewed existing contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Drafted documents such as contracts, applications, endorsements. related to finance and insurance activities.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff members on various aspects of finance and insurance operations.
- Advised clients on the best types of insurance coverage for their specific needs.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations, industry standards. related to finance and insurance activities.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all customer accounts including payments made, balances due.
- Met with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and answer questions about processes.
- Reviewed loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies.
- Identified valuable solutions for customers with credit problems.
Professional Sales Associate
Trevor’s Hyundai Miramichi
Miramichi
11.2018 - 01.2022
- Performed data entry tasks related to orders, invoices, and other documents as necessary.
- Provided ongoing technical support throughout the sales process.
- Researched and identified potential customers, developed relationships with them, and provided product information to generate sales.
- Greeted customers and identified their needs through active listening.
- Conducted follow-up calls after sale to ensure customer satisfaction with purchase.
- Negotiated prices with customers to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
- Participated in training sessions on product knowledge, sales techniques, customer service practices.
- Organized delivery of new vehicles to customer locations or dealership lot.
- Maintained up-to-date familiarity with financing options available for customers.
- Developed relationships with potential buyers by answering inquiries on phone or in person.
Member Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Province of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
09.2006 - 10.2018
- Served under 3 different Premiers and held several high profile portfolios including; Deputy Speaker, Opposition House Leader, Minister of Tourism Heritage & Culture, Minister of intergovernmental Affairs, Minister of Regional Development Corporation and Minister of transportation & Infrastructure
- Responsible for large capital projects with a focus on project development, risk management, and financial oversight
- Experience in governance and legislative compliance
- Senior organizational leadership of cultural transformation and organizational change
CEO
Fraser’s Conveneince Inc.
Miramichi
09.1991 - 04.2011
- Implemented technological solutions designed to improve operational effectiveness.
- Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
- Collaborated with marketing teams on campaigns aimed at increasing brand visibility in target markets.
CEO
BQM Communications
Miramichi, NB
06.1995 - 06.2002
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
- Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.
- Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
Sales Associate - Manager
Douglastown Convenience
Douglastown , NB
04.1986 - 09.1991
- Utilized various software applications to process orders efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws governing retail operations.
- Monitored daily performance of team members and provided feedback.
Education
High School Diploma -
James M Hill Memorial High School
Miramichi, NB06-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Mount Allison University
University Programs in the Miramichi Skills
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Accomplishments
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Timeline
Business Manager
Miramichi Kia
01.2022 - Current
Professional Sales Associate
Trevor’s Hyundai Miramichi
11.2018 - 01.2022
Member Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Province of New Brunswick
09.2006 - 10.2018
CEO
BQM Communications
06.1995 - 06.2002
CEO
Fraser’s Conveneince Inc.
09.1991 - 04.2011
Sales Associate - Manager
Douglastown Convenience
04.1986 - 09.1991
High School Diploma -
James M Hill Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Mount Allison University
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