Richard Lee
Newport
Summary
Seasoned salesman/manager with more than 25 years of experience in the fast-paced automotive industry. I exhibit excellent teaching and leadership skills. I have an extensive track record of achieving exceptional results in sales and training.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Of Operations
Eastern Carolina Nissan
New Bern, NC
10.2022 - Current
- I oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- I oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
Advisor and Dispatch
Sanders Ford
Jacksonville, NC
06.2021 - 10.2022
- My main duties were sales and customer relations
- I had relations with parts knowledge as well as a mechanical background with managerial skill sets
- Skilled and knowledge of diffusing situations as well as keeping high morale to other employees
- I was always punctual and forthcoming with information to help in other avenues of service.
Advisor
Lookout Ford
Morehead City, North Carolina
08.2019 - 05.2021
- My main duties were sales and customer relations
- I had relations with parts knowledge as well as a mechanical background with managerial skill sets
- Skilled and knowledge of diffusing situations as well as keeping high morale to other employees
- I was always punctual and forthcoming with information to help in other avenues of service.
Service Advisor
Kurtis Chevrolet
Morehead City, North Carolina
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Working for a dealership was truly a different experience than what I had been used to
- The computer programs as well as the parts for my craft were definitely tested
- My knowledge base however showed through in this field keeping always on top of my agenda
- I've dealt with history's and keeping up with people's vehicles making sure that all was maintained and in good working order
- I worked closely with the technicians to ensure that the after mentioned stayed true
- Vehicles were done properly and on time as promised, after all my word is binding to a customer.
Manager
Mr. Tire Auto Service Center
Morehead City, North Carolina
09.2001 - 11.2017
- I had started at Colony tire that was switched over to Mr
- Tire and moved my way up to manager by showing my leadership skills and knowledge of my associates and products
- The experience I had made with the company and wisdom I acquired led many people to love and trust me with their vehicles
- With that being said it created a customer base and following for me
- The services I offered were true to form and always done efficiently and correctly.
Instructor (part-time)
Carteret Community College
Morehead City, North Carolina
08.2007 - Current
- I am proud to say that I was chosen to be an instructor at our local community college
- My skills as a salesman, leader, and teacher showed through that the Vice President of the college came to me and offered an instructor job to me
- My job as an instructor pits me against all kinds of challenges from assigning students and organizing paperwork, money and being on time
- My classes that I teach are Auto Safety, OBD emissions, Flag escort and fork lift certifications
- This has enabled me to open other avenues such as being an advisor to the board as well.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician -
Guilford Technical Community College
Greensboro06.1989
High School Diploma -
Walter Hines Page High School
Greensboro06.1987
Skills
- Sales abilities
- Management
- Customer Relations
- Human Resources
- Decision Making
- Instructing
- Time Management
- Learning Strategies
- Negotiation
- Problem Resolution
- Computer Skills
Timeline
Director Of Operations
Eastern Carolina Nissan
10.2022 - Current
Advisor and Dispatch
Sanders Ford
06.2021 - 10.2022
Advisor
Lookout Ford
08.2019 - 05.2021
Service Advisor
Kurtis Chevrolet
07.2018 - 04.2019
Instructor (part-time)
Carteret Community College
08.2007 - Current
Manager
Mr. Tire Auto Service Center
09.2001 - 11.2017
Emergency Medical Technician -
Guilford Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Walter Hines Page High School