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Allan Smith-Williams

Allan Smith-Williams

Rhydymwyn,Flintshire

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record of resilience and the ability to upsell products and services that meet customer requirements. Excellent communication skills, adept at influencing others and building rapport, fostering lasting relationships while excelling in customer service. I am highly motivated and passionate, with the drive to exceed expectations, comfortable working both independently and collaboratively under pressure. Skilled in multi-tasking, prioritising work to meet deadlines, and navigating multiple applications simultaneously. Holds a full clean EU Driving Licence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work history

Sales Executive

Lindop Toyota
Queensferry
06.2024 - Current
  • Engaged customers throughout purchasing journey, ensuring seamless vehicle handover and follow-up
  • Maintained comprehensive product knowledge to facilitate informed customer interactions and recommendations.
  • Achieved top branch performance in add-on products, significantly enhancing profitability.
  • Excelled in customer service, delivering memorable experiences to boost retention and referrals.
  • Increased dealership CRS scores through first class customer service and follow ups.
  • Proactively prospected for new business, responding to enquiries with enthusiasm and promptness.
  • Negotiated effectively to secure advantageous terms for both customers and dealership.

Sales Executive

Lookers Vauxhall
Chester, Cheshire
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Skilled at negotiation and selling as proven in selling over 90 vehicles in under six months in the industry.
  • Proven ability to sell both for new and used vehicles, tailoring my approach to specific customer needs.
  • Ability to deliver an outstanding customer experience which is tailored to the individual, promoting future business and retention.
  • Drive to succeed and maximise sales opportunities including upselling of additional products and services in order to drive revenue.
  • Outstanding communication skills.
  • Methodical record management skills and proficient in numerous computer software packages.
  • Passionate about my work with the drive to succeed.
  • Genuine interest in cars and the automotive industry.

Star Expert

Inchcape Mercedes-Benz
Cheshire Oaks
07.2023 - 10.2023

Commenced role as Star Expert with Inchcape, serving as a Mercedes-Benz Brand Ambassador, proactively engaging with customers ensuring that they received outstanding, first class customer service. I would guide them through their customer journey, ensuring that the right products were selected to meet their needs and requirements. Worked collaboratively alongside aftersales colleagues, delivering a tailored customer handover experience.

Police Officer

North Wales Police
03.2009 - 07.2023

Joining in 2009 at the age of 23, I spent 14 years working in a high-pressure forward facing role both as a Constable and Sergeant leading a large team of officers and twice receiving a Chief Constable's Commendation. I have led many investigations and mentored numerous new officers. A proven track record for delivering results. I am also proficient with handling complaints which I resolve quickly and efficiently. Working in this high-pressure environment has afforded me many transferrable skills which could benefit your business.

Education

Toyota Sales Accreditation
09.2024 -

Specialist Automotive Finance (SAF)
11.2023 -

Sergeant's Leadership Course - Policing

North Wales Police
2021 -

Osprey NPPF National Sergeant's Exam - Policing

College of Policing
2021 -

NVQ Level 4 - Policing

OCR
2011 -

BTEC - Public Services

Coleg Cambriad
2004 - 2006

A-Levels - Business Studies

Flint High School
2003 - 2004

GCSEs -

Flint High School
1997 - 2003

Skills

  • Highly motivated and passionate about my work with the drive to exceed
  • Ability to upsell products and services that meet customer requirements
  • Genuinely cares about customer experience, fostering long lasting relationships
  • Works effectively under significant pressure
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to influence others and adept at building a rapport
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent at multi-tasking and prioritising work, adhering to set deadlines
  • Ability to work collaboratively with effective problem solving skills
  • Computer literate and able to navigate and use multiple applications simultaneously
  • Full clean EU Driving Licence

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Toyota Sales Accreditation
09.2024 -

Sales Executive

Lindop Toyota
06.2024 - Current

Specialist Automotive Finance (SAF)
11.2023 -

Sales Executive

Lookers Vauxhall
10.2023 - 06.2024

Star Expert

Inchcape Mercedes-Benz
07.2023 - 10.2023

Police Officer

North Wales Police
03.2009 - 07.2023

Sergeant's Leadership Course - Policing

North Wales Police
2021 -

Osprey NPPF National Sergeant's Exam - Policing

College of Policing
2021 -

NVQ Level 4 - Policing

OCR
2011 -

BTEC - Public Services

Coleg Cambriad
2004 - 2006

A-Levels - Business Studies

Flint High School
2003 - 2004

GCSEs -

Flint High School
1997 - 2003
Allan Smith-Williams