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Brian Candelaria

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

General Manager with over 16 years of experience in enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth through strategic leadership and innovative management techniques. Proven track record at Toyota City and Derrick Dodge, boosting sales and operational performance by implementing market-focused strategies and resolving complex challenges. Adept in marketing strategy, team leadership, and customer service, poised to deliver sustained business success and operational excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

West Edmonton Hyundai
Edmonton, AB
03.2025 - Current
  • Led sales team to achieve monthly targets and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Developed training programs for new sales associates to improve product knowledge.
  • Analyzed market trends to adjust sales strategies and optimize inventory management.
  • Coordinated promotional events to increase brand visibility and drive traffic to dealership.
  • Fostered relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the sales floor, ensuring a positive customer experience.

Management

Devon Chrysler
Devon, AB
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Developed special financing strategies to enhance customer purchasing options.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to promote financing solutions to clients.
  • Managed relationships with lending partners to ensure competitive offerings.
  • Provided training sessions for staff on finance products and processes.
  • Evaluated customer credit applications to determine eligibility for financing options.

General Manager

Drayton Valley Chrysler
Drayton Valley, Alberta
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Fostered a positive work environment through employee engagement initiatives.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.

General Manager

Toyota City
Wetaskiwin
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Led strategic initiatives at Toyota City
  • Boosted operational efficiency with new processes
  • Implemented innovative management techniques
  • Resolved complex operational challenges
  • Enhanced team productivity, driving business growth

General Manager

Derrick Dodge
Edmonton
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed operations at Derrick Dodge
  • Implemented innovative strategies
  • Boosted sales by studying the market and analytics
  • Resolved customer issues effectively

General Sales Manager

Southtown Chrysler
Edmonton
05.2009 - 02.2021
  • Steered sales operations at Southtown Chrysler
  • Implemented innovative sales strategies
  • Boosted dealership revenue
  • Resolved customer disputes effectively
  • Enhanced team collaboration and performance

Education

Diploma - Business Admin

N.A.I.T

Skills

  • Marketing Strategy
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Financial Planning
  • Negotiation
  • Sales Management
  • Customer Service
  • Process Improvement
  • Business Growth
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Data analysis

Timeline

Sales Manager

West Edmonton Hyundai
03.2025 - Current

Management

Devon Chrysler
11.2024 - 03.2025

General Manager

Drayton Valley Chrysler
05.2024 - 11.2024

General Manager

Toyota City
08.2022 - 04.2024

General Manager

Derrick Dodge
03.2021 - 08.2022

General Sales Manager

Southtown Chrysler
05.2009 - 02.2021

Diploma - Business Admin

N.A.I.T

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