WLADIMIR ALVAREZ
Huntersville
Summary
Dynamic Business Development professional with a strong track record in driving sales growth and enhancing customer relationships. Proven success in developing marketing strategies that increase brand awareness and customer acquisition, while effectively managing financial products to optimize client satisfaction and profitability.
Overview
3
3
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Hudson Automotive
Huntersville
03.2024 - Current
- Managed financing options for automotive clients and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Developed relationships with lenders to secure favorable terms for customers.
- Analyzed credit applications to determine eligibility for financing programs.
- Assisted customers in understanding financing terms and conditions clearly.
- Developed strategies to increase auto finance sales volume while maintaining profit margins.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions.
Business Development Representative
First Help Financial
Remote
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Utilized sales techniques and strategies to build customer relationships and close sales, resulting in a 150% increase in sales compared with previous quarter.
- Established and managed client relationships, leading to improved customer satisfaction scores.
- Developed and implemented customer loyalty programs that enhanced customer retention.
- Developed customer segmentation models to effectively target customers, contributing to increased sales.
- Developed marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and customer acquisition.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve customer issues in a timely manner.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, resulting in a reduction in expenses.
- Developed a secure authentication system that prevents unauthorized access to the application.
Sales Specialist/Finance Manager
Toyota of North Charlotte
Huntersville
04.2016 - 02.2022
- Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
- Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling.
- Developed pricing structures and finalized contracts to secure purchase agreements with customers.
- Advised and configured 3 products in transactions, achieving average sales of $1800.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive strategies addressing needs and resolving concerns.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders and resolve item issues.
- Developed refinements to streamline closing processes.
- Answered product and service questions, suggesting other offerings to attract potential customers.
Journalist
Congress of Venezuela
Caracas
11.2015 - 03.2016
- Conducted in-depth interviews with major public figures that resulted in a series of exclusive stories.
- Covered major breaking news stories and provided timely updates to readers.
- Produced a series of news stories that generated a significant increase in website traffic and engagement.
- Produced a series of engaging explainers that captivated readers and fostered deeper understanding of complex topics.
- Created a multimedia package for a story featuring video, audio, and photographs, enhancing storytelling depth.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with sources to ensure timely access to accurate information.
Education
Social Communication - Journalism
Universidad Bicentenaria De Aragua
Vencacla04-2013
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06-2026
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Business partnering
- Continuous improvement
- Computer Skills
- Communication Skills
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
- Customer engagement
- Relationship management
- Ability to Multitask
- Relationship management
Languages
Highly proficient, Highly proficient
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Timeline
Finance Manager
Hudson Automotive
03.2024 - Current
Business Development Representative
First Help Financial
03.2022 - 01.2024
Sales Specialist/Finance Manager
Toyota of North Charlotte
04.2016 - 02.2022
Journalist
Congress of Venezuela
11.2015 - 03.2016
Social Communication - Journalism
Universidad Bicentenaria De Aragua
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Arizona State University