Trevane Travis Marie

Motivation in the motor industry stems from a passion for vehicles, technical problem-solving, and the thrill of fast-paced, high-pressure environments. I enjoy each challenge and learn from various motor vehicle collisions and understand every experience. Work well with teams and always teach and learn with others

AUTOMOTIVE SALES MANAGER - GP AUTO PARTS

(2018-01 - 2022-02)

• Running reports on sales numbers and presenting to upper management
• Setting quotas and expectations
• Creating dashboards and sales reports for sales teams, management, or clients
• Creating new methods for reaching customers
• Spending time selling automotive products
• Set sales goals, track progress, and lead the team to achieve and exceed those quotas
• Forecast sales for upcoming months and quarters
• Step in to answer customer questions and issues when required
• Coordinate and lead all regular sales meetings with the sales staff
• Maintain a strong focus on the satisfaction of all customers
• Compile regular reports for dealership management to review

AUTOMOTIVE PARTS BUYER - RENEW-IT AUTOBODY SANDTON

(2022-03 - 2023-03)

• Sourcing and getting quotations for parts
• Ordering and buying of parts after quotations have been approved
• Responsible for all clerical work in workshop office
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities
• Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organisation
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities
• Prepare and raise purchase orders and order schedules
• Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications
• Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues

AUTOMOTIVE ASSESSOR/ESTIMATOR - RENEW-IT AUTOBODY SANDTON

(2023-03)

• Firstly, understand the client — gather background, needs, and expectations
• Find out the accident description — collect full details of the incident
• Strip the vehicle and inspect — identify damaged parts and check for structural or mechanical issues
• Evaluate repair vs replace — decide whether to fix or replace components
• Ensure repair cost alignment — confirm costs are in line with the insured amount
• Negotiate with insurance companies — use valid SLAs to ensure fair and reasonable assessments
• Build relationships with insurers — strengthen ties with insurance companies and assessors
• Make well-thought decisions — ensure the vehicle is restored to its pre-incident condition

HOERSKOOL DIVERSITY