Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Accomplishments
Training
Timeline
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James Vergilio

James Vergilio

Maple,Canada

Summary

Proven expertise in driving dealership profitability, operational efficiency, and team leadership. Over 30 years of experience in managing dealership operations, implementing strategic initiatives, and fostering exceptional customer experiences. Recognized for achieving consistent revenue growth, optimizing business processes, and developing high-performing teams.

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Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Used Car Manager

Prime Mark Auto
03.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented sales and operational strategies to improve efficiency, increase revenue, and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised and trained staff, fostering a collaborative environment and improving team performance.
  • Responsible for buying & reconditioning all vehicles for the dealership.
  • Managed daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, inventory control, and customer service.
  • Analyzed financial performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation.
  • Created and executed service and sales strategies to boost customer retention and dealership profitability.
  • Recruited, interviewed, and onboarded qualified team members to drive operational success.
  • Maintained strong vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and ensure timely inventory supply.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction.

Sales Manager/Trainer/Business Manager (Contract Role)

Rouge Valley Mitsubishi
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Was sent into dealership to get numbers to acceptable numbers after 8 years of loss or propose to sell.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Participated in negotiations with vendors regarding product purchases or contracts.
  • Responsible for all aspects of the Business Office.

Senior Business Manager

Motorcity Mitsubishi
07.2016 - 10.2018
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure favorable terms for the company.
  • Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
  • All Business Office duties, including sales, paperwork, funding etc.
  • Number One Mitsubishi Business Manager in the country.
  • Ran approximately $1600/car with an average warranty penetration of 83%.

Personal Financial Advisor

Royal Bank of Canada, RBC
06.2010 - 05.2012
  • Created debt management plans, spending plans and budgets to assist clients in meeting financial goals.
  • Evaluated financial reporting systems, accounting and collection procedures and investment activities to make recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets and other financial control functions.
  • Analyzed clients' financial situations to offer products to improve standard of living.
  • Sold $millions in life insurance, retirement instruments and investments.

Owner Operator

Act Canada
09.2009 - 12.2010
  • Founded, owned and operated Act Canada, subsidiary of Act USA.
  • Offered OEM dash DVD, GPS, Bluetooth Touch Screen Multimedia for new vehicles.
  • In charge of sales and daily operations.
  • Worked with installation vendors and other sales service teams.

General Sales Manager/General Manager

Markham Subaru
03.2005 - 08.2009
  • Launched and established Markham Subaru, building Car, Used Car, Service, and Parts departments from the ground up.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
  • Directed daily operations, including budgeting, staffing, inventory control, and customer service.
  • Analyzed financial performance to optimize cost efficiency and drive revenue growth.
  • Developed and implemented sales and service strategies, enhancing customer retention and profitability.
  • Maintained strong vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and timely inventory supply.

Sr. Financial Manager

Richmond Hill Subaru
06.2000 - 09.2004
  • Responsible for all business offices duties, including paperwork, deliveries, and funding within 48hrs.
  • In charge of training all new staff.
  • Ran approximately $1600/car with warranty penetration of 89%.
  • Held various other sales & managerial roles in the automotive industry at brand & independent dealerships from 1988 – 2000. References available upon request.

Sr Business Manager

Richmond Hill Toyota
03.1998 - 11.1999

Sr. Financial Seevice Manager

Richmond Hill Toyota
02.1998 - 11.1999

Ran all aspects of the Financial Office with a junior partner . Per car figure $1400 per car and ext warranty penetration 2nd highest in Canada . 98% perfect paperwork and funding with in 10 to 12 hour .

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Development
  • Sales Strategy and Implementation
  • Profit and Loss Management
  • Customer Relations and Retention
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Marketing and Advertising Campaigns
  • Negotiation and Vendor Management
  • Operations Management and Efficiency
  • Financial Acumen and Goal Setting
  • Developed and delivered workshops and seminars for staff training purposes
  • Created training programs for staff which increased performance and results
  • Mentored and counseled youth and helped them rehabilitate successfully and obtain employment
  • Coached staff teams to higher levels of performances leading to increased revenues and increased customer base
  • Developed strong client relationships which led to successfully negotiated solutions for problem accounts
  • Established key relationships with vendors so that clients who had previously been unsuccessful in obtaining credit were no able to do so
  • Resolved conflict situations among staff by creating win-win situations

Accomplishments

  • Canada’s Top Acura Business Manager 4 yrs.
  • Ontario’s Top Subaru Business Manager 3 yrs.
  • Initiated incentives to motivate staff who achieved outstanding results
  • Recruited and hired staff and had very high retention rate
  • Three Black Belts in Martial Arts

Training

  • Ryan Dealer Services Business Manager Training program
  • Financial Planning and Investing and Insurance Services Certificate Level 1 & 2
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Business Operations
  • Linguistic Programming
  • Financial Management
  • Closing Techniques
  • Clients CSI and Follow-up

Timeline

Used Car Manager

Prime Mark Auto
03.2022 - Current

Sales Manager/Trainer/Business Manager (Contract Role)

Rouge Valley Mitsubishi
11.2018 - 10.2019

Senior Business Manager

Motorcity Mitsubishi
07.2016 - 10.2018

Personal Financial Advisor

Royal Bank of Canada, RBC
06.2010 - 05.2012

Owner Operator

Act Canada
09.2009 - 12.2010

General Sales Manager/General Manager

Markham Subaru
03.2005 - 08.2009

Sr. Financial Manager

Richmond Hill Subaru
06.2000 - 09.2004

Sr Business Manager

Richmond Hill Toyota
03.1998 - 11.1999

Sr. Financial Seevice Manager

Richmond Hill Toyota
02.1998 - 11.1999
James Vergilio