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Thomas Kiser

Mervis Motors
Muncie
15
years of professional experience

Started Selling cars nearly 8 years ago, It being my first sales position ever. Earned many loyal and repeat customers that only wanted to deal with me! Upper management and Owners seen my dedication and skill after three years and offered me a position as Finance Manager. Spent the last 4 years honing my craft. Building rapport and long term relationships with customer base and maximizing the profits for my department. I have been the primary closer for my store and the number 1 finance manager of the dealer group since I took the position.

Work History

Finance Manager

4 Years 10 Months
Mervis Motors | 09.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented financing solutions tailored to customer needs, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
  • Analyzed credit applications to assess risk and determine appropriate financing options for customers.
  • Collaborated with sales team to streamline vehicle delivery process, improving overall efficiency and customer experience.
  • Negotiated terms with financial institutions to secure favorable rates for customers, optimizing profitability.
  • Conducted training sessions for new staff on F&I policies and compliance regulations, ensuring operational excellence.
  • Enhanced dealership profitability through the successful sale of finance and insurance products.
  • Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
  • Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.

Sales Associate

3 Years 4 Months
Mervis Motors | 05.2018 - 09.2021
  • Identified customer needs and recommended appropriate vehicle options to enhance satisfaction.
  • Executed sales transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy in pricing and product details.
  • Maintained knowledge of automotive features and benefits to effectively inform customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop promotional strategies that increased foot traffic.
  • Developed relationships with repeat customers, contributing to loyalty and sustained revenue growth.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.

Landscape Foreman

7 Years 1 Month
Countryside Landscape Solutions | 04.2011 - 05.2018
  • Supervised daily landscaping operations to ensure project completion and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on equipment usage and safety protocols.
  • Developed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations for landscape installations.
  • Coordinated with clients to assess needs and deliver tailored landscape solutions.
  • Collaborated with designers to create visually appealing landscapes while adhering to client specifications and budget constraints.
  • Improved customer retention rates with excellent communication skills and prompt response to inquiries or concerns.
  • Assisted new customers in receiving bids and quotes for upcoming projects. Collected measurements and dimensions to provide accurate job estimates.

Education

High School Diploma

Muncie Central | Muncie, IN

Sales Professional

Performance Institute Learning Center | 08-2020

Mopar Expert, Ram Expert, Jeep Expert, Uconnect Expert 2019-2021

F&I Compliance Certificate

Rehard Institute | Houston | 01-2018

Skills

Customer satisfaction
Skilled in Customer Relationship Management Systems
Brand awareness
Profit maximization
Attention to detail
Reliability
Excellent communication
Client relationship building
Complaint handling
Professionalism
Basic mathematics
Relationship management
Problem-solving aptitude
Sales techniques

Timeline

Finance Manager

Mervis Motors
09.2021 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate

Mervis Motors
05.2018 - 09.2021Read More

Landscape Foreman

Countryside Landscape Solutions
04.2011 - 05.2018Read More

Muncie Central

High School Diploma
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Performance Institute Learning Center

Sales Professional
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Rehard Institute

F&I Compliance Certificate
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Thomas Kiser