Christopher Kaminski
Autos Of Chicago
Streamwood
10
years of professional experience
Experienced Manager known for driving profitability and operational efficiency through data analysis and employee development. Adept at negotiating favorable contracts and improving customer satisfaction, focused on achieving targeted sales goals. Able to oversee all departments in sales and be fluid in helping with transition and growth.
Work History
General Sales Manager
5 Months- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for inventory optimization and pricing adjustments through Vauto and other tools.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors and suppliers to secure cost-effective deals on behalf of the company. Made sure CIT'S were processed quickly.
- Work with the service and parts manager to ensure, all dispatching of internal and retail work. Was on schedule and being processed and notated at end of day, every day.
General Sales Manager
5 Months- I was brought in as first chair in the business office and was quickly promoted to GSM.
- Oversaw daily sales operations, desked deals and structured proposals according to clients portfolio.
- Made sure managers were completing daily initiatives and getting involved in early T/O's. Held daily objective meetings.
- Reported all new car sales and made sure all rebates and incentives, were processed and claimed properly.
- Appraised all trade ins and priced according to market.
- Processed new car ordering and customers orders from manufacturer.
Sales Manager
4 Years 1 Month- Came in as a floor manager/closer, helped with retaining gross on deals. Made sure sales had early intervention and the qualifying process was being done correctly.
- Managed payroll processes for all sales employees, including scheduling shifts and approving time sheets.
- Evaluated current procedures and implemented changes that improved operational efficiency.
Finance Manager
2 Years 7 Months- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Built relations with buyers and reps in our region, to maximize dealer growth.
- Helped dealer conform to E-contracting, to ensure timely funding and better efficiency.
- Made sure all necessary documents were signed and loaded up for funding, ensured prime lenders kept us in premier programs.
- Did client interviews, before bringing the client into the business office. To ensure the best coverage was offered based off of client needs.
Sales Executive
4 Years 7 Months- Developed strong customer relationships to enhance sales performance and client retention.
- Trained and mentored junior sales staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to effectively showcase vehicle features and benefits.
- Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring favorable terms for both parties while maximizing revenue opportunities.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Education
High School Diploma
Liberal Studies - Liberal Studies
Skills
Leadership
team building
hiring
scheduling and conflict resolution.
Profitability improvement
through metrics and analysis.
Fluent in CDK
Eleads
Vin solutions
Dealertrack
Route one
Vauto
Darwin and Upstart.
Desking
F&I
inventory management.
Employee management and development.
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Carmel Catholic
High School Diploma
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