Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Jesse Burton

Yadkinville

Summary


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Fleet Manager

Better Way Automotive
10.2023 - Current

As a fleet manager, I oversee the inventory of vehicles, ensure they are cleaned and detailed, take photos, and post them online. I also participate in both in-person and online auctions to evaluate and purchase vehicles for the fleet. Additionally, I oversee the sales of vehicles on a daily basis, managing transactions and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the sales process.

Auto Finance , Collections and Sales.

Whitestone Financial / Winston Salem Motor Cars
01.2009 - 10.2023

Assist in auto loans, collecting current customer payments. Retail and wholesale vehicles. Oversee reconditioning and advertisement of retail vehicles.

Auto Sales Representative

Foster Motor Cars
06.2005 - 01.2009
  • Exceeded monthly sales quotas consistently through effective prospecting and lead follow-up strategies.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

Area Supervisor

Quality Oil Company
07.2003 - 01.2005
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.

Shift Supervisor/Resource Technician

Unifi
11.2002 - 07.2003
  • Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments .
  • Monitored safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Performed employee yearly reviews and Personnel Action Forms.
  • Motivate and encourage employees on a daily basis to perform their job to the best of their abilities.

Vehicle Sales Consultant

Modern Toyota
01.2001 - 11.2002
  • Developed strong relationships with customers for repeat business and referrals.
  • Conducted thorough vehicle demonstrations, ensuring customer understanding of safety features, technology, and performance capabilities.
  • Utilized strong listening skills to identify client needs accurately before making tailored recommendations.

Doffer, Instructor, Shift Supervisor, Mc Maint Mgr

UNIFI
07.1987 - 01.2001
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and collaboration among colleagues.
  • Optimized machinery performance by performing routine maintenance tasks and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Supported training initiatives for new employees, ensuring a well-prepared workforce capable of meeting production targets.
  • Facilitated cross-training opportunities to improve versatility within the team, boosting overall productivity levels.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Managed preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, leading to continuous improvements in equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
  • Oversaw the management of critical spare parts inventory, ensuring timely and cost-effective repairs.
  • Performed yearly employee reviews and Personnel Action Forms.
  • Worked in daily conjunction with Production Planning to achieve daily Machine spec and yarn changes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Starmount High School
Boonville, NC
06-1987

Skills

  • Self Motivated, Self Starter
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Manage time efficiently to complete all tasks
  • Demonstrate respect and consistency to all employees and upper management
  • Manage effectively in fast paced environment
  • Always making safety a priority among employees

Timeline

Fleet Manager

Better Way Automotive
10.2023 - Current

Auto Finance , Collections and Sales.

Whitestone Financial / Winston Salem Motor Cars
01.2009 - 10.2023

Auto Sales Representative

Foster Motor Cars
06.2005 - 01.2009

Area Supervisor

Quality Oil Company
07.2003 - 01.2005

Shift Supervisor/Resource Technician

Unifi
11.2002 - 07.2003

Vehicle Sales Consultant

Modern Toyota
01.2001 - 11.2002

Doffer, Instructor, Shift Supervisor, Mc Maint Mgr

UNIFI
07.1987 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Starmount High School
Jesse Burton