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Umar Naeem

Reisterstown

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Automotive General Sales Manager with over 15 years of experience driving revenue growth and operational excellence in high-volume dealership environments. Proven ability to consistently exceed sales targets, lead and mentor top-performing sales teams, and implement strategic initiatives that enhance customer retention and profitability. Expertise in inventory management, F&I performance, sales forecasting, and team development. Recognized for a hands-on leadership style and a track record of building customer-focused cultures that deliver measurable results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

General Sales Manager

Ourisman CDJR
03.2022 - Current
  • Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales professionals, including sales consultants and managers.
  • Set clear sales targets and performance objectives for the sales team.
  • Develop and implement effective sales strategies and tactics to achieve dealership sales goals.
  • Analyze market trends, competition, and customer preferences to identify opportunities and threats.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and finance, to align sales strategies with overall dealership objectives.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive salesperson training program.
  • Monitor the progress of sales deals and assist in closing high-value transactions.
  • Manage paperwork and documentation related to vehicle sales.

Sales Manager

Heritage CDJR
07.2020 - 02.2022
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Lead and managed a team of 16 sales professionals, setting and monitoring sales targets and performance metrics.
  • Developed and executed effective sales strategies that consistently exceeded monthly and annual sales goals. Implemented training programs to improve the product knowledge and sales skills of the sales team, resulting in increased sales productivity.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and competitive pricing to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Regularly reviewed financial performance, managed budgets, and prepared comprehensive sales reports for senior management.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures


General Sales Manager

DGDG Concord Mazda
12.2016 - 06.2020
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Assisting individual salespeople in setting aggressive, yet realistic monthly sales goals
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Set example of professionalism through actions
  • Ensured all sales people meet or exceed all activity standards for prospecting calls, and appointments
  • Worked closely with sales team on enforcement of proper selling methods
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive salesperson training programs.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies within the sales process and recommending targeted improvements.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic marketing campaigns and fostering strong customer relationships.

Sales Manager

Toyota
04.2015 - 12.2016

• Encouraged and motivated sales personnel daily to maintain high morale.
• Engaged customers early in the sale to obtain maximum gross.
• Demonstrated professional management.
• Set the example for enthusiasm, productivity and accountability.
• Followed up with existing customers to confirm their satisfaction.
• Generated future leads.

  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.

Sales Manager

Hanlees Auto Group
01.2013 - 03.2015
  • Led sales meetings with team members to establish sales and customer retention goals.
  • Determined merchandise price schedules promotions and discount rates
  • Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.

Finance Manager

Toyota Marin
07.2012 - 01.2013
  • Offered vehicle financing and insurance to customers and provides them with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products and extended warranties and a complete explanation of manufacturer and dealership service procedures and policies
  • Worked with customers to obtain financing through lenders on vehicle purchases in conformance with state and federal law
  • Worked with the sales team to ensure all new sales are referred to the F&I department and that the sales team has information on finance and lease programs and understands the benefits of the dealership's financing and extended service programs
  • Processed finance transactions including lenders approval and timely funding
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.

Sales Consultant

Toyota Walnut Creek
12.2010 - 07.2012
  • Determined each customer's vehicle needs by asking questions and listening
  • Demonstrated vehicles (includes test drives)
  • Delivered vehicles to customers
  • Established personal income goals that are consistent with dealership standards of productivity and devise a strategy to meet those goals
  • Report to the vehicle Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews and analyses
  • Attended ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and product offerings – applying knowledge gained to better serve customers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA
01-2010

Skills

    Key Skills & Competencies
  • High-Volume Automotive Sales Management
  • New & Pre-Owned Vehicle Operations
  • Sales Forecasting & Target Achievement
  • F&I Performance Optimization
  • Team Leadership & Sales Staff Development
  • CRM & Lead Management Systems (eg, VinSolutions, Elead)
  • Deal Structuring & Profit Maximization
  • Inventory Control & Vehicle Turnover
  • Multi-Channel Marketing & Lead Conversion
  • OEM Program Execution & Compliance
  • Customer Retention & CSI Improvement

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional

Timeline

General Sales Manager

Ourisman CDJR
03.2022 - Current

Sales Manager

Heritage CDJR
07.2020 - 02.2022

General Sales Manager

DGDG Concord Mazda
12.2016 - 06.2020

Sales Manager

Toyota
04.2015 - 12.2016

Sales Manager

Hanlees Auto Group
01.2013 - 03.2015

Finance Manager

Toyota Marin
07.2012 - 01.2013

Sales Consultant

Toyota Walnut Creek
12.2010 - 07.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Diablo Valley College
Umar Naeem