Al Grimshaw
Emerald,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Dealer Principal at Linemac Motors with a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales growth. Expert in data-driven decision making and operations management, I successfully coordinated marketing initiatives and optimized inventory levels, resulting in improved service efficiency and increased revenue. Passionate about coaching teams to achieve high performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dealer Principal
Linemac Motors
09.2010 - 03.2025
- Assessed customer needs to provide tailored vehicle recommendations.
- Coordinated dealership operations to enhance customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
- Supported marketing initiatives to promote dealership offerings and increase sales visibility.
- Managed inventory levels through effective tracking of vehicle stock and sales trends.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure seamless service delivery to clients.
- Researched market trends to inform strategic decisions regarding inventory acquisition and pricing strategies.
Retail Sales Manager
Sci-Fleet Toyota
03.2005 - 07.2010
- Led training programs to enhance team performance and customer service skills.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and implement effective merchandising strategies.
- Developed promotional campaigns to increase store traffic and boost sales revenue.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing shrinkage.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on strategic objectives and initiatives.
- Mentored staff in sales techniques, fostering a high-performance culture within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Emerald State High School
Emerald, QLD01-1995
Skills
- Performance appraisals
- Customer relations
- Data-driven decision making
- Coaching and mentoring
- Operations management
- Recruitment strategies
- Facility management
- Sales management
- Workforce planning
Timeline
Dealer Principal
Linemac Motors
09.2010 - 03.2025
Retail Sales Manager
Sci-Fleet Toyota
03.2005 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Emerald State High School