Christopher Axume
Hawthorne
Summary
Results-driven Automotive Sales Professional with over five years in the industry. Achieved high sales production while fostering lasting customer relationships and guiding clients through the sales process. Maintained strong Per Vehicle Retail (PVR) alongside customer satisfaction and dealership profitability. Experienced in mentoring teams, resolving concerns, and creating a performance-focused sales environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesperson
Subaru Pacific
Hawthorne
01.2026 - Current
- Consistently sell 15+ vehicles per month while maintaining a PVR of $2,500+.
- Maintained a 55% retail closing percentage through effective sales strategies.
- Maximized opportunities by delivering a seamless sales process for customers.
- Assisted in closing and negotiating deals while managing a team of four sales consultants.
Sales Floor Manager
South Bay Hyundai
Torrance
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Exceeded sales targets for a team of five sales consultants.
- Coached sales staff to achieve monthly new vehicle sales targets.
- Assisted in closing and negotiating deals, contributing to team success.
- Assisted with closing and negotiating deals while helping lead the team.
- Coached sales consultants on negotiation, closing, customer interaction, and profitability.
- Managed customer base, delivering exceptional service and maintaining high CSI scores.
- Ensured internet leads were followed up promptly through VinSolutions.
Internet Sales
Kia of Carson
Carson
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Averaged 25-35 vehicle sales per month with a PVR exceeding $5,000.
- Contributed 20+ vehicle sales per month while the dealership averaged over 500 monthly sales.
- Executed follow-up communication through CRM with clients via calls, texts, and emails. through calls, texts, and emails.
- Achieved highest gross profit margins during pandemic inventory shortages through strategic pricing.
- Ensured quick responses to internet leads to enhance customer satisfaction. on internet leads.
Salesperson
Circle Audi
Long Beach
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer experiences, resulting in positive online reviews.
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge in Audi's luxury, performance, and electric lineup to enhance customer interactions.
- Tailored experiences by identifying and addressing each customer's specific needs and preferences.
General Manager
LA Fitness
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed club performance, achieving year-over-year growth through strategic initiatives.
- Coached and trained sales representatives to enhance negotiation and closing skills, improving overall sales effectiveness.
- Coached and trained sales representatives in negotiation and closing.
- Held daily accountability meetings to track progress and monitored sales activity, ensuring alignment with performance goals.
- Ensured member safety through daily facility inspections.
Assistant General Manager
Foot Locker
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed a competitive sales environment that enhanced team motivation and engagement.
- Managed cash handling and store opening/closing procedures.
- Ensured accountability among employees while upholding store standards.
- Organized store readiness for district manager visits, showcasing operational excellence.
Education
Hawthorne
Hawthorne, CASkills
- Sales Strategies
- Negotiation and closing
- Customer Service
- VinSolutions
- Dealertrack
- Elead/CDK
- SubaruNet
- Kia/Hyundai Motors
- Subaru Brand
- Hyundai Performance Institute
- People management
Personal Information
Title: Sales Manager
Timeline
Salesperson
Subaru Pacific
01.2026 - Current
Sales Floor Manager
South Bay Hyundai
06.2023 - 12.2025
Internet Sales
Kia of Carson
11.2020 - 12.2021
Salesperson
Circle Audi
04.2020 - 09.2020
General Manager
LA Fitness
02.2019 - 04.2020
Assistant General Manager
Foot Locker
07.2018 - 01.2019
Hawthorne