Description
Richard Soviero
681 Northshore Drive
Deerfield Beach FL 33442
Home Phone (954) 596-4885
Cell Phone (954) 658-2900
richsov@bellsouth.net
OBJECTIVE: To find a position where I can use my skills to maximize sales and increase profit margins.
QUALIFICATIONS: I am a strong, take charge manager. One who takes direction and functions well in a team environment. I am computer literate, with proficiency in all segments of Microsoft Office.
EMPLOYMENT
2015-Present Region Sales Manager, CarQualifier
Account Development with Franchised Car Dealers
Assisted with acquisition of vendors to supply inventory
and other resources for our website’s development
Developed and implemented marketing and advertising
Programs and sstrategies
2011-2015 General Manager, AutoBranch Auto Sales
Facilitated the opening and staffing of a new dealership
GM responsibilities to include:
Managing all Recon functionality and vendor relations
Responsible for vehicle appraisals and acquisition
Coordinated all internet marketing and BDC operations
2008-2011 Dealer Solutions LTD
· Calling on Independent and Franchised auto dealers
· Represent varied companies that provide products and programs to Auto Dealers
· Products such as Warranties, GAP insurance, finance programs etc.
2006-2008 Region Account Manager, Digicut Systems
· Secure new accounts through comprehensive prospecting and follow up
· Maintain strong relationships with new clients
· Encourage increased sales with existing clients
· Supervise Field Service Associates
· Coordinate all activities and schedule all support activities
2004-2006 Fixed Operations Manager, Palm Peterbilt Inc.
· Directed the operation of Service Department
· Responsible for all areas revenue generating as well as cost control
· Recruited hired and trained all new department personnel
· Refined , updated, and instituted new systems and procedures to increase efficiency
· Oversight of facility maintenance
· Realized over 20% increase in department profits
2003-2004 Florida Region Director, Autobytel Inc.
· Responsible for the acquisition of new accounts
· Coordinate all customer retention efforts with existing clients
· Arrange and assist in training of client personnel
· Exceeded all sales goals
1997- 2003 Region General Manager, The Hertz Corp.
· Direct the operation of 15 locations in the Northeast, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
· Recruited, hired and trained all location personnel
· Increased sales in region 110%
· Increased profits 30% per year.
· Responsible for locating and constructing, or remodeling new locations.
· Created a new profit center through developing a new financing program.