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PETER ELLIOTT

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Drive exceptional results as an Industry-Leading Dealer Principal, leveraging extensive experience and a passion for sales. Execute innovative sales strategies, lead high-performing teams, and prioritize outstanding customer experiences, consistently exceeding business objectives and delivering value to customers. Foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders, tailoring solutions to unique needs and ensuring utmost satisfaction through a customer-centric culture within teams. Mentor and empower individuals within the organization, driving professional growth and contributing to the overall success of the team. Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and creativity flourishes. Embrace digital transformations, data-driven insights, and innovative technologies to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and capitalize on emerging market trends. Lead by example, inspire innovation, and drive exceptional results for the organization as a Dealer Principal.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Dealer Principal

Waverley Nissan, Waverley Renault, and Waverley Mitsubishi
09.2017 - Current
  • Full operational responsibility for three Cat A Dealerships in Glen Waverley, Melbourne, Victoria
  • Strong business acumen combined with proven comprehensive training abilities enables me to navigate the industry demands and produce exceptional results across all facets of the business
  • Leadership experience in developing, mentoring, and motivating staff members towards achieving goals
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage dealership operations, including sales, service, parts, and finance departments
  • Lead the team by example, employing a transformational leadership style that inspired innovation and excellence
  • Thrived in an ever-changing automotive industry, displaying resilience and optimism while adapting to market fluctuations
  • Lead a high-performing Sales Team, instilling a culture of excellence and consistently surpassing sales targets
  • Implemented and optimized sales processes and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and revenue growth
  • Having a strong customer-centric approach enables the team to differentiate themselves from the competition
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to increase sales volume of vehicles, parts, and services

General Sales Manager

Barloworld Holden, HSV and Suzuki
11.2011 - 01.2017
  • General management of all facets of dealership operation
  • Ensuring key KPI achievement, and all policy and procedures are adhered to
  • Implementation of strategic marketing strategies that allowed the dealership to achieve a host of automotive awards and recognition
  • Developed dealership training with current Australian and international input, enhancing the professionalism of all staff
  • Excellent negotiation skills well developed leadership and people skills
  • The ability to build effective relationships with customers resulting in increased sales
  • Entrepreneurial skills in developing and launching new business opportunities and foreseeing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats

Education

Diploma -

Institute of Business Marketing Management
01.1993

Volkswagen Dealer Principal Management -

Witwatersrand Business School
01.2004

Skills

  • Online Marketing
  • Account Management
  • Sales Management
  • Automotive Sales
  • New Business
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Dealership Operations
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Recruitment and Training
  • Reporting and Performance Analysis
  • Customer Service Standards
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Change Management

Personal Information

  • Title: Dealer Principal
  • Date of Birth: 11/02/68

Timeline

Dealer Principal

Waverley Nissan, Waverley Renault, and Waverley Mitsubishi
09.2017 - Current

General Sales Manager

Barloworld Holden, HSV and Suzuki
11.2011 - 01.2017

Volkswagen Dealer Principal Management -

Witwatersrand Business School

Diploma -

Institute of Business Marketing Management
PETER ELLIOTT