Payton Thomas
FAYETTEVILLE
Summary
Results-driven Automotive Sales Manager with a proven track record of productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in strategic sales planning, team leadership, and customer relationship management. Excel at negotiation, persuasive communication, and problem-solving to achieve sales targets and enhance team performance. Committed to fostering a positive sales environment through effective collaboration and motivational leadership skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Thomas Auto Transport llc
FAYETTEVILLE
01.2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations of auto transport services and logistics to optimize service delivery.
- Coordinated vehicle loading and unloading processes to ensure safe and timely transport.
- Managed maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles to maintain operational reliability.
- Business operations
Sales Manager
Penske Automotive Group
FAYETTEVILLE
08.2016 - 01.2025
- Developed strategic sales plans aligned with corporate objectives.
- Led a team of sales representatives to drive customer engagement.
- Trained staff on product knowledge and effective sales techniques.
- Provided diligent customer support in both sales and service.
- Monitored F&I for compliance, submitted deals, and completed contracting process.
- Up held write up process for disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Created forecasts report for sales and ran checklists for dealer compliance.
- Maintained control over sales staff to achieve a great work environment with positive attitudes.
Education
Huntsville High School
Huntsville , ARSkills
Strategic Automotive Sales Manager with expertise in sales planning, team leadership, and customer relationship management Skilled in negotiation and problem-solving to drive sales performance and meet targets Dedicated to creating a collaborative sales environment through effective leadership and team motivation
Strategic Automotive Sales Manager with expertise in sales planning, team leadership, and customer relationship management Skilled in negotiation and problem-solving to drive sales performance and meet targets Dedicated to creating a collaborative sales environment through effective leadership and team motivation
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Thomas Auto Transport llc
01.2025 - Current
Sales Manager
Penske Automotive Group
08.2016 - 01.2025
Huntsville High School