BRAYDEN KOHLMAN
Calgary
Summary
Experienced professional with a proven track record of leading successful teams and driving exceptional results. Expertise in rebuilding and guiding stores to achieve top positions both regionally and nationally. A dedicated and accomplished leader who excels at driving teams towards excellence.
Knowledgeabl manager with strong background in leading sales teams to achieve ambitious targets. Proven ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies, driving revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and relationship management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Sales Manager
CROWFOOT HYUNDAI
02.2022 - Current
- Motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance on daily basis and implementing improvement strategies.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Implemented effective pricing strategies that balanced profit margins while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
- Achieved sales targets consistently by closely monitoring sales performance and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Developed a high-performing sales team through consistent coaching, training, and motivation techniques.
- Streamlined communication channels between sales, marketing, and customer service departments to ensure a cohesive approach to business development.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
- Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic marketing campaigns and fostering strong customer relationships.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Expanded market share with proactive prospecting and lead generation efforts to identify new business opportunities.
- Created comprehensive monthly reports showcasing departmental achievements, challenges faced, and opportunities for growth.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
SALES MANAGER
SHERWOOD PARK HYUNDAI
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
- Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
- Provided ongoing training and mentorship for junior sales staff, fostering professional development and career growth.
- Implemented CRM systems for better tracking of leads, improving follow-up processes and communication within the team.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Sales Manager
Gary Moe Hyundai
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated several systems building deals and leases as well as helping finance deals get bought through a network of relations ships and skillsets built with banks and lenders
- Housed weekly training sessions with young/new and veteran sales staff to ensure product knowledge and sales process were being followed and maintained for the best results
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
Sub-Prime Finance Director
GO Nissan South
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Maintaining a full management process of my department
- I used multiple spreadsheets and computer systems to log and generate a customer database
- This resulted in high volume sales and consistent high level of gross profit
- Directed finance team to develop comprehensive financial strategies for sustainable growth.
Journeyman Plumber Gas Fitter
Schendel Mechanical
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Installed and repaired gas lines, hot/cold water lines
- Coordinated schedules with various construction departments in plumbing works for new buildings
- Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques
- Created and submitted daily reports on the progress of all plumbing projects
Plumber Gas Fitter
Strathcona Mechanical
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Completed the Edmonton Tower in the Ice District
- Worked under extreme time deadlines for progress completion
- Operated equipment such as cutting torches, threading machines, grinders and beveling machines
- Supervised and organized employees and evaluated their work performance
Education
Journeyman Plumber Gas Fitter -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Alberta12.2015
Skills
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Pipeline maintenance
- Leadership and team building
- Sales coaching
- Goal setting
- Employee motivation
- Employee coaching
- Sales development
- Staff training
- Budgeting and finance
- Sales leadership
Accomplishments
Developed 2 staff to be top ten sales representatives in the company
Have 2 sales staff hit chairman's in the same year
hit number one in western Canada with 2 stores
and number one in Canada
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
General Sales Manager
CROWFOOT HYUNDAI
02.2022 - Current
SALES MANAGER
SHERWOOD PARK HYUNDAI
02.2020 - 01.2022
Sales Manager
Gary Moe Hyundai
06.2019 - 01.2020
Sub-Prime Finance Director
GO Nissan South
10.2017 - 04.2019
Journeyman Plumber Gas Fitter
Schendel Mechanical
09.2016 - 10.2017
Plumber Gas Fitter
Strathcona Mechanical
05.2014 - 08.2016
Journeyman Plumber Gas Fitter -
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology