Jacob Akrigg
Bradford,West Yorkshire
Summary
Seasoned professional with focus on retail management, committed to enhancing performance and customer satisfaction. Skilled in team leadership, inventory control, and sales strategies, driving revenue growth and operational excellence. Proven track record of fostering productive work environments and implementing process improvements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Commercial vehicle Retail Manager (Used)
Trust Ford Barnsley
BARNSLEY, South Yorkshire
2020.11 - 2026.03
- Headhunted after previous employment
- Assisting locating the right vehicles for our stock, understanding the right specs, condition, usage, colour and mileage.
- Overseeing the prep of vehicles ensuring the right standard is met and also allowing margins to hit budget.
- Proven track record of over achieving targets set by the board.
- Managing the sales team to create strong relationships with customers and sales development teams to drive sales & profit income.
- Providing training to new starters to make them successful within the business.
- Implemented innovative visual merchandising techniques which led to increased shopper interest.
- Understood what drives overall business success and prioritised and delivered quality results.
- Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
Audi accredited - New & Used Sales
Audi Harrogate (Sytner Group)
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2017.03 - 2020.11
- Navigated challenging negotiations, achieving successful deal closure without compromising on profitability.
- Prioritised important tasks effectively under pressure situations ensuring seamless operations during peak times.
- Responded promptly to customer queries, ensuring resolution whilst upholding satisfaction levels.
- Increased customer engagement by delivering high-quality product demonstrations.
- Crafted compelling pitches for securing high-value deals with clients.
- Developed customer loyalty with excellent customer service, leading to repeat business.
- Qualified prospects to determine future sales possibilities and improve conversion efforts.
- Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
Education
Maths, English, Science, Sports (A–C)
Bingley Grammar School
2006.01 - 2011.01
City & Guilds Level 2 - Motor Mechanics
Leeds city College
2010.01 - 2011.01
Level 2/3 - Health & physical Education/Fitness
Leeds city college (Park lane)
2011.01 - 2013.01
Skills
- Management & Leadership
- Problem solving
- Financial intelligence
- Product knowledge
- Rapport-building skills
- Communication
- Stock management techniques
- Strong negotiator
- Sales techniques
- Visual merchandising
- Business acumen
Affiliations
- fitness, travel, fine dining, family
Accomplishments
Certified and completed Future Leaders course 2025 (The institute of leadership)
£1 million pound club 2021/2022/2023/2024/2025
2022 F&I Top performer
Timeline
Commercial vehicle Retail Manager (Used)
Trust Ford Barnsley
2020.11 - 2026.03
Audi accredited - New & Used Sales
Audi Harrogate (Sytner Group)
2017.03 - 2020.11
Level 2/3 - Health & physical Education/Fitness
Leeds city college (Park lane)
2011.01 - 2013.01
City & Guilds Level 2 - Motor Mechanics
Leeds city College
2010.01 - 2011.01
Maths, English, Science, Sports (A–C)
Bingley Grammar School
2006.01 - 2011.01