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James Plowright

Maple Ridge,BC

Summary

I am a hardworking and driven sales professional equipped to revitalize sales operations and align procedures to maximize profits and client acquisition. When I have been allowed to, I have been successful at improving sales procedures to streamline and strengthen processes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

General Sales Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
12.2020 - Current
  • Motivated team members to meet and exceed objectives by setting goals, tracking performance on daily basis and implementing improvement strategies.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Upheld company policies and implemented standards fairly.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
  • Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.

Sales Manager/Used Car Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
  • Conducted daily and weekly sales meetings to develop viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies.
  • Coached sales team to drive traffic through phone and online appointments and referrals to meet or exceed sales targets.
  • Hired, trained and monitored performance of salespeople to establish sales quotas and manage sales goals.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.

Internet Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
03.2016 - 04.2017
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Sales Associate

Maple Ridge Chrysler
01.2014 - 03.2016
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit.
  • Qualified buyers by matching requirements and interests to various car or truck models and discussing finance options.
  • Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.


Car Sales Associate

Eagle Ridge GM
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
  • Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory.
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rick Hansen Secondary
Abbotsford, BC
06.2002

Skills

  • Market Intelligence
  • Sales Strategy Development
  • Time Management
  • Ethical Standards
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Operational Standards
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Negotiations Expert and Strong Deal Closer
  • Goal Attainment
  • Operational Efficiency

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

General Sales Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
12.2020 - Current

Sales Manager/Used Car Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
01.2017 - 12.2020

Internet Manager

Maple Ridge Chrysler
03.2016 - 04.2017

Sales Associate

Maple Ridge Chrysler
01.2014 - 03.2016

Car Sales Associate

Eagle Ridge GM
01.2010 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Rick Hansen Secondary
James Plowright