Senior Sales Executive with 11+ years of experience and a strong background in sales strategy and customer relationship management. Holding a Master’s in International Business Management and a Bachelor's in Marketing, I excel in understanding market trends and customer needs. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, identifying opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions to drive business growth and long-term customer satisfaction.
Customer Appointment Management:Secure appointments via hot leads, cold calls (FISC), and walk-ins.
Customer Engagement:Greet, qualify, and meet customer needs effectively.
Part Exchange Valuation:Inspect and provide fair valuations for part exchanges.
Finance Consultation:Discuss finance options and FCA-regulated products.
Sales Negotiation and Deal Closure:Provide finance quotations, negotiate, and close sales.
Vehicle Preparation:Ensure vehicles are MOT-checked, serviced, and valeted.
Finance Mediation:Act as the intermediary between customers and finance companies.
Agreement Finalization:Coordinate finance signings and vehicle handovers.
Sales Achievement:Meet targets for new and pre-owned vehicle sales.
Sales Strategy and Staff Mentoring:Develop sales plans and mentor junior staff.
Client Relationship Management:Maintain relationships with high-value and corporate clients.
Customer Satisfaction:Achieve high customer satisfaction through QVOC feedback.
FCA & ITC Compliance:
Ensure full adherence to FCA regulations and ITC standards.
Motability Accreditation:
Deal with Motability Customers and discuss adaptation options on car.
Toyota Academy Training:
Trained at Toyota Academy in Derby and Epsom for expert product knowledge.
Lead Conversion & Relationship Building:
Convert leads into sales and build lasting customer relationships.
Sale Agreement & Customisation:
Negotiate sale details, including part exchanges, accessories, and finance.
Documentation & Handover:
Prepare documentation, coordinate delivery, and ensure smooth vehicle handovers.
Upselling & Customer Service:
Upsell FCA-regulated insurance and deliver exceptional service.
Post-Sale Follow-Up:
Ensure customer satisfaction through proactive follow-ups.
Training Enhancement:
Provided supplementary materials to elevate training quality.
Training Strategy Development:
Collaborated with the studio manager to create effective training strategies for new employees.
Vehicle Inspection & Reporting:
Conducted weekly vehicle inspections and submitted detailed reports to head office.
Test Drive Coordination:
Scheduled test drives for customers, ensuring a seamless experience.
Colleague Support:
Assisted new colleagues in requesting test drives and navigating the Salesforce system (CXP).
Test Drive Coordination:
Scheduled test drives for customers, ensuring a seamless experience.
Colleague Support:
Assisted new colleagues in requesting test drives and navigating the Salesforce system (CXP).
Creating Marketing Campaigns:
Executed marketing campaigns to promote brand visibility and drive engagement.
Marketing Strategy Development:
Solely responsible for creating and executing a unique, results-driven annual marketing strategy.
Client Relationship Management:
Built and nurtured strong partnerships with over 40 national pharmacies, fostering long-term collaborations.
Team Collaboration:
Coordinated with team leads to align promotional and marketing initiatives for maximum impact.
Sales & Marketing Support:
Provided essential support to the team with various sales and marketing tasks to drive success.
Executed marketing campaigns to promote brand visibility and drive engagement.
Marketing Plans:
Managed multi-channel advertising campaigns to support sales objectives.
Sales Growth & Profitability:
Increased sales and profitability through proactive lead follow-up and strategic actions.
Inventory & Stock Control:
Managed optimal stock levels, balancing customer demand with financial efficiency.
Team Collaboration & Reporting:
Aligned team efforts with store goals through regular meetings and progress reports to the branch manager.
Logistical Coordination:
Planned and ensured safe transportation, storage, and sale of goods.
Team Coordination & Workflow Management:
Ensured smooth daily operations by coordinating tasks and optimizing team workflow.
Coaching & Skill Development:
Guided team members through new or challenging workflows, fostering growth.
Task Delegation:
Assigned tasks based on individual strengths to maximize productivity.
Leadership & Supervision:
Led shifts, providing direction to drive team efficiency and sales.
Customer Service Excellence:
Resolved queries and complaints, ensuring a positive customer experience.
Pricing & Transactions:
Provided accurate price information and managed financial transactions.
Retail Environment Management:
Maintained a clean, organized store to enhance the shopping experience.
SAF Accredited
Motability Accredited
Full Driving Licence