1. K h a l i d B a h y
7070 Deveron Ridge Road
West Hills, Ca 91307
(818) 581-8684
(818) 992-7394
tajamir@yahoo.com
Seeking Position As:
S a l e s M a n a g e r
Highly motivated, well organized, management professional with 13 years of
sales experience in various aspects of the automotive industry. Extensive knowledge of automotive
sales, customer satisfaction management, advertising, finance and inventory control.
 Strong People Skills  Strong Computer Skills
 Project/Financial Management  Strong Oral and Written Communication
 Effective Leadership Skills  Fluent in French and Arabic
P r o f e s s i o n a l E x p e r i e n c e
Livingston VW Jan 2007 – Present
Sales Manager
Leadership, training, and oversight of 20 employees regarding day-to-day operations of sales
environment. Forecast goals and objectives for sales, gross, and key expenses on a monthly and annual
basis. Assistindividual salespeople in setting aggressive yet realistic monthly goals and objectives and
provide them with the support to meet these goals. Managing accounts with various advertisers such as
Los Angeles Times, Daily News, Cars.com, Autotrader.com, as well as vendors such as One Command,
Levich Direct, Dealerfusion, and other companies relative to automotive industry. Developed and
implemented trainingsfor sales and management personnel to maximize productivity for entire team.
Attended and purchased vehicles at various auto auctions to maintain and increase inventory for
dealership. Managed $4m inventory while consistently meeting factory projections and goals.
Exceedingly met customer commitment and satisfaction goals; identification of sales opportunities;
leveraged industry knowledge and applications to sell across the customer base. Developed and
maintained positive and productive relationships with Volkswagen of America, Volkswagen Credit, and
various other companies relating to day to day operations. Successfully sold both New and Pre-Owned
Volkswagen’s ranking in top 10 nationwide sales for 6 consecutive years through VW National Sales
Guild (1998- 2004). Managed and directed the dealership’s finance department for 2 years (2004-2006).
Responsible for keeping transactions legally compliant, obtaining credit approvals, and lender funding
for all car deals, within no more than a 3-day turnaround. Solicited and managed accounts with
multiple automotive lenders such as Bank of the West, Chase Bank, CULA, Wells Fargo, Bank of
America. Upselled each car deal to include automotive products from Western General, JMN&A, LoJack,
Xzilon, Tire-Guard to create additional profit margins which increased overall profitability of Sales
Department.
Van Nuys VW Feb 2004- Jan 2007
Closer
Assisted sales department in increasing profit levels in new and used cars. Worked closely with higher
management in setting goals and reaching overall productivity of sales department. Communicated and
helped negotiate deals between sales department and customers to reach optimal profitability and

2. overall satisfaction.
Sonic Corporation/Volkswagen of Woodland Hills Feb 1999- January 2004
Sales
Established relationships with new customers – Showed customers how to use acquired vehicles after
delivery. Maintained existing customer base through meetings, emails and phone calls. Advised
customers regarding payment options and other loans, leasing and bank terms. Negotiated delivery and
price variations. Kept Management updated daily with record of sales and orders. Tracked progress of
existing orders by contacting or liaising with suppliers. Effectively carried out relevant paperwork. Kept
track of quantities of cars on display. Maintained familiarity with used cars and kept updated about
competitor products. Kept updated on changes in pricing, leasing programs, different incentives,
campaigns and tradeshows.
E d u c a t i o n
Volkswagen Academy, Volkswagen of America
Certified Sales Manager, recognized for exemplary performance and leadership.
12 consecutive years of Brand Certification, product and sales training
Attended VW seminars that provided extensive trainings in topics such as sales, motivation, effective
communication and product knowledge.