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CHRISTOS MANIAS

Clarence Park,SA

Summary

Client-focused Business Manager offering diverse experience in customer service, business management and project coordination. Quickly builds relationships with both new clients and business audiences. Quick-learning with excellent multi-tasking skills and mastery of new technology. Commended for innovation and creative problem-solving to address business challenges.

Looking to attain a position within an organization that will offer a platform to grow, learn and broaden the scope of MY skills within the lending sector.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

BUSINESS MANAGER

CMG ADELAIDE
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Responsibilities include: - Retail Insurance and Finance Sales - Taking Finance Applications - Lodging applications - Settlements - Invoicing - Adhering to all finance compliance - Working with all team members for final result
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
  • Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team's goals.

Sales Person and Business Manager

CMI TOYOTA
01.2018 - 10.2022
  • Marketing and merchandising stock on hand - Phone and face to face sales - Logging of clientele for consistent follow up - Receipting of funds - Closing deals
  • Evaluated current market trends and competitor strategies, guiding the development of innovative solutions to stay ahead in the industry.
  • Provided feedback on effectiveness of strategies, selling programs and initiatives and identified areas requiring improvement.
  • Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.

Manager/Sales Person

Town and Country Motor
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Responsibilities include: Stock Purchase(buyer) Appraiser/ wholesale Sales Person Marketing and merchandising stock on hand Reconditioning of stock Signing of cheques for payment of creditors/suppliers Creating and managing all internet advertising and media exposure including the company website and all secondary websites
  • This would also entail monthly market analysis to adhere to market trends
  • All sales and interstate sales managed, overseen and carried out including: contract completion(Form 5, Form 1), payment of monies and pre-delivery checks carried out prior to vehicle delivery
  • Working with sales people for the final result - Qualifying potential buyers - Finance Approvals and Settlements

Education

CERTIFICATE III – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATON -

EXCELL TRAINING

CERTIFICATE III - BUSINESS -

EXCELL TRAININg

Diploma in Business -

CADETSHIP (PORT ROAD CAR AND COMMERCIAL), Megt/australian Apprentaships
01.2012

YEAR 12 COMPLETION -

HAMILTON SENIOR COLLEGE
01.2005

Skills

  • Excellent communicator
  • Excellent negotiating skills
  • Efficient problem solving skills
  • Flexible attitude
  • Computer savvy
  • Strong closer
  • Enjoy building customer relationships
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Client relationship management

Accreditations

  • VW Finance
  • Angle Auto Finance
  • Nissan Finance

References

  • David Atkinson, General Sales Manager, CMG ADELAIDE, 0412814983
  • Dino Armenio, Senior Business Manager, CMG ADELAIDE, 0438832400

Languages

GREEK
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

BUSINESS MANAGER

CMG ADELAIDE
10.2022 - 04.2024

Sales Person and Business Manager

CMI TOYOTA
01.2018 - 10.2022

Manager/Sales Person

Town and Country Motor
01.2014 - 01.2018

CERTIFICATE III – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATON -

EXCELL TRAINING

CERTIFICATE III - BUSINESS -

EXCELL TRAININg

Diploma in Business -

CADETSHIP (PORT ROAD CAR AND COMMERCIAL), Megt/australian Apprentaships

YEAR 12 COMPLETION -

HAMILTON SENIOR COLLEGE
CHRISTOS MANIAS