Joel Hester

Seasoned sales specialist with background in providing advice in diverse customer situations. Very well respected, enthusiastic leader with proven ability to develop and implement business and sales solutions to increase sales and profitability. Very strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service. Meticulous attention to detail. Currently possess valid class A CDL with School Bus, Passenger, Air Brake and Tank Endorsements. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

General Sales Manager at Emerald Chevrolet (2024-12 – Present)

Responsible for the retail sales and delivery of automobiles. Also responsible for inventory flow, picturing inventory for the website as well as managing a sales team, customer follow-up and prospecting for business. Including Internet advertising. Also responsible for data entry of customer information and vehicle information in our contact management system. Customer Service is my top priority!

Automotive Sales Professional at Karl Auto Group (2020-07 – 2024-12)

Responsible for the retail sales and delivery of automobiles. As well as customer follow-up and prospecting for business. Including Internet advertising. Also responsible for data entry of customer information and vehicle information in our contact management system. Customer Service is my top priority!

Territory Sales Manager at Herc-u-Lift (2018-01 – 2020-06)

Responsible for retail sales and rentals of Forklifts and attachments, Power Pallet Jacks, Industrial Sweepers as well as pallet racking. Also, customer follow-up and prospecting for business. Responsible for data entry of customer information in our contact management system. I provided exceptional customer service by assisting the customer to help identify the correct machine or materials that fit their needs. Customer interaction was in person, by email or by phone call.

Responsibilities included creating quotes for each individual or company per their wants and needs and making sure they were satisfied with the whole customer experience.

Automotive Sales Professional at Kriegers Chevrolet (2016-01 – 2017-12)

Responsible for the retail sales and delivery of automobiles. As well as customer follow-up. Including Internet advertising. Also responsible for data entry of customer information and vehicle information in our Dealer Peak system.

Outdoor PowerSports Sales Specialist at Van Wall Equipment (2013-01 – 2016-12)

Responsible for the retail sales of all power sports, including A.T.V.'s, U.T.V.'s, Motorcycles, as well as lawn & garden equipment and sub compact tractors. Experienced in sales of parts, accessories and apparel sales, to increase overall unit margins. Knowledgeable with the financing aspect of the business. Excellent experience in on-line sales and advertising. Position requires in depth computer knowledge skills, for customer purchases as well as on-line advertising.

Owner/Manager at Xtreme Auto & Tire (2012-01 – 2015-12)

Business owner/manager of a profitable and highly respected business. Best reputation in the area, due to hard work, dedication and understanding the customer's needs and wants. Previously responsible for all aspects of the business, including customer service, parts manager, service manager, inventory, accounts payable as well as sales.

Owner/Manager at Xtreme Cycle & Off Road (2009-01 – 2015-12)

Transportation at Panorama Community School District (2006-01 – 2014-12)

Responsible for transportation and safety of up to 77 children as well as pre trip and post trip inspection of the vehicle and a daily log of mileage.

Owner/Manager at J & J Meats & Catering (2000-01 – 2014-12)

Business owner of a profitable and highly respected business. Both service and food quality are second to none. Responsible for all aspects of the business, including cutting all cuts of meat, deer processing, maintenance of all the machinery, clean-up and sanitization according to USDA specifications. Also responsible for inventory and accounts payable.