Matthew Leslie
Sales Proffesional
Sales, Basingstoke,Hampshire
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Summary
Customer-orientated, strategic-thinking Sales Professional with over 10 years of experience in building relationships, cultivating partnerships, retaining top accounts and growing profit channels. Multi-tasking and self-motivated leader with expertise in expanding network connections, persuasively introducing products, implementing pricing models, inventory control and projections, vendor relations, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions.
Hard-working Sales Proffesional with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
Years sales professional
Work history
Sales Manager
Snows Peugeot
Basingstoke, Hampshire
04.2019 - Current
- Manufacturer lead / Main Dealer - New / Used Passanger Cars and Commerical.
- Nurtured rapport with customers to improve likelihood of future sales.
- Finalised sales administration accurately and promptly to meet company standards.
- Met sales targets consistently to drive revenue increase.
- Advocated company values throughout sales process to promote brand loyalty and customer satisfaction.
- Reached out to customers after completed sales to evaluate satisfaction and determine immediate service requirements.
- Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
- Maintained company purchase and sales ledgers.
- Analysed financial information to identify discrepancies.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Finance Manager
Lookers Audi
Basingstoke, Basingstoke
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Recruited and trained staff members, leading by example to consistently elevate dealership standards.
- Ran promotions and events in line with company standards.
- Worked witin the FCA guidelines for upsell on motor finance and insurance products.
- Retention database and holding account review's for conusmer and business accounts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed high-performing teams to deliver quality customer service and stable profits.
Sales Executive
City Motors
Basingstoke, Hampshire
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Completed 186 vehicles new / used combined per annum
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Assistant Sales Manager
DFS Furniture LTD
10.2015 - 02.2016
Deputy Manager
Phones 4 U
Basingstoke
08.2012 - 09.2015
Holiday Entertainer
Park Dean Holidays
Challabourgh Bay
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Transfixed audiences using commanding stage presence.
- Gave performances in front of crowds of up to 1000.
- Performed with energy and enthusiasm to fully engage audiences.
- Memorised routines for professional performances.
- Tailored performances to different audiences and locations.
- Handled feedback well, incorporating suggestions to improve performances.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Customer Service
NVQ Level 3 - Business Studies
GCSEs -
Skills
- Sales Management
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Microsoft 365
- Time management
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Problem-solving
- Effective leadership and management
- Customer-focused
- Creativity
- Emotional intelligence
- Commercial Awareness
- Adaptability
- Digital Skills
- Initiative
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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Timeline
Sales Manager - Snows Peugeot
04.2019 - Current
Finance Manager - Lookers Audi
09.2017 - 03.2019
Sales Executive - City Motors
02.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Sales Manager - DFS Furniture LTD
10.2015 - 02.2016
Deputy Manager - Phones 4 U
08.2012 - 09.2015
Holiday Entertainer - Park Dean Holidays
02.2010 - 11.2010
Queen Mary's College - NVQ Level 2, Customer Service
Queen Marys College - NVQ Level 3, Business Studies
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