Sarah Smith
North Casino
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Lismore Toyota, specializing in turning around underperforming divisions and driving business growth through strategic planning and financial management. Skilled in fostering team culture and building relationships, I excel in negotiation and leveraging IT solutions for productivity enhancements. Achieved significant revenue growth by targeting new markets and streamlining processes.
Personable and strategic thinker with passion for driving organizational success and fostering collaborative team environments. Possesses deep understanding of leadership principles and financial management, with strong skills in project oversight and strategic planning. Prepared to deliver impactful results through innovative solutions and effective team leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Dealer Principal
Lismore Toyota
08.2015 - 10.2023
- Transformed the organizations culture to established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels, Team engagement and exceptional retention.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures, identifying key growth areas and effectively targeting New markets.
- Championed community engagement efforts, sponsoring local events and collaborating with charities to boost brand visibility.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Cultivated high-performance executive team, selecting and mentoring candidates for key leadership roles.
- Built effective relationships and communicated with key stakeholders, including Manufacturers, Financiers, Board Members and governing Bodies.
General Sales Manager, Group Finance Manager
Q Automotive Group
01.2005 - 08.2015
Education
Diploma of Finance And Mortgage Broking - Finance
The Institute of Finance
Brisbane, QLD09-2014
Batchelor of Law (Honours) - Law
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, UK06-1997
Skills
Verbal and written communication, Relationship Building, negotiation, decision making
Driving Business growth through Strategic planning, Problem solving, Budget management, Financial and Market Analysis, identification of key growth areas, Business Planning, Financial Management
Hiring and retention, Staff development, Coaching and mentoring, Leadership development, change management, Driving an exceptional Team Culture
Legal and regulatory compliance, corporate social responsibility
Corporate communications and Media relations,Investor relations
Corporate social responsibility
Implementation of, and training on, new and innovative IT Solutions to improve Business Processes and increase productivity
Accomplishments
2018 - Winner of the Lismore Chamber of commerce and Industry "Outstanding Business Leader Award"
2020-2022 President of The Lismore Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
2019-2022 Member of the Toyota Australia People and Culture Sub Committee
Various Public Speaking engagements relating to Business Growth through positive team Culture and Customer Satisfaction.
Timeline
Director/Dealer Principal
Lismore Toyota
08.2015 - 10.2023
General Sales Manager, Group Finance Manager
Q Automotive Group
01.2005 - 08.2015
Diploma of Finance And Mortgage Broking - Finance
The Institute of Finance
Batchelor of Law (Honours) - Law
Nottingham Trent University
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