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Sam Salehi

Santa Clarita

Summary

Sales expert prepared for leadership roles. Proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance client relationships. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, strategic planning, and effective communication. Skilled in market analysis, lead generation, and negotiation.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Keyes Audi
06.2018 - Current
  • 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 monthly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently, through strategic planning and execution of targeted sales initiatives.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • 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.

Sales Manager

Keyes Lexus of Valencia
06.2014 - 06.2018
  • 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.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.

Financial Advisor

JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
05.2012 - 06.2014
  • Security licensed series 6, 63, life insurance and annuity
  • Partner with other areas of the bank, achieving quarterly investment revenue goals
  • Cultivate and maintain customer relationships in order to recognize needs based sales opportunities and make individual referrals
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
  • Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.

Sales/Finance Manager

Downtown LA Motors Mercedez Benz
07.2007 - 04.2012
  • Oversaw all customer loans origination/approval
  • Established all credit-rating criteria, determined credit ceilings and the issuance of customer credit
  • Analyzed sales figures to maximize profit and sales
  • Ensured standards for quality and customer service are met
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic financial plans for the sales department.
  • Implemented strategic sales techniques to upsell products and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
  • Increased sales by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.

Floor manager

Greet Light Auto Sales
02.2004 - 06.2007
  • Managed and motivated the team to increase sales and ensured efficiency
  • Analyzed sales figures and forecasted future sales volume to maximize profits
  • Assisted customers with sales and customer service
  • Resolved complaints from customers

Education

Kaplan University - Obtained security license series 6 and 63, Obtained life insurance and annuity license

Kaplan University
Los Angeles, CA
08.2013

Santa Monica College - Industrial Design

Santa Monica College
Los Angeles, CA
01.2008

Hosseini High School - Graduated in industrial design with honors

Hosseini High School
Tehran, Iran
01.2000

Skills

  • Sales team training
  • Goals and performance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Sales expertise

References

Available Upon Request

Languages

Persian
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Sales Manager

Keyes Audi
06.2018 - Current

Sales Manager

Keyes Lexus of Valencia
06.2014 - 06.2018

Financial Advisor

JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
05.2012 - 06.2014

Sales/Finance Manager

Downtown LA Motors Mercedez Benz
07.2007 - 04.2012

Floor manager

Greet Light Auto Sales
02.2004 - 06.2007

Santa Monica College - Industrial Design

Santa Monica College

Hosseini High School - Graduated in industrial design with honors

Hosseini High School

Kaplan University - Obtained security license series 6 and 63, Obtained life insurance and annuity license

Kaplan University
Sam Salehi