1. Brandon J. Collins
Irving, Texas
P: (469) 486-4393 E: bcolli13@gmail.com
SUMMARY
Dedicated and result-oriented automotive professional, skilled at exceeding service goals and company
expectations by being knowledgeable of product advancements and ensuring exceptional customer
service by building strong business relationships with clients and vendors. Proficient in assessing
customer needs, providing efficient solutions and cultivating business processes in a high-functioning
environment.
Vendor Relations
Client Relationship Building
Automotive Industry
Data Analysis & Problem Solving
Inventory Management
Teambuilding & Leadership
Process Development
Account Management
Cross-Functional Initiatives
Vehicle Inspection and Repair
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PARK PLACE DEALERSHIPS, Grapevine, TX 2011- Current
Park Place Dealerships operates nearly 20 dealerships across Texas, primarily in the greater Dallas/Fort
Worth area but also in locales like Las Vegas. It specializes in selling luxury car brands, such as Bentley,
Jaguar, Lexus, Lotus, Maserati, McClaren, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, and Volvo. To position its
upscale makes and models to boost its brand, Park Place Dealerships boasts luxurious showrooms to host its
top-of-the-line automobiles. The company's locations also offer pre-owned cars, service, and parts.
Service Loan Car Coordinator 2015- Current
Coordinate and maintain daily schedules for company loan vehicles for service appointments, loan car fleet
transfers and preparation for pickups and returns.
• Assist with transferring vehicles off the drive and return customer vehicles at pick up following service repairs
• Check in and check out loaner cars, conduct thorough walk-arounds notating vehicle conditions, fuel levels
and mileage
• Maintain an electronic database of vehicles in the loaner fleet
• Conduct inventory checks to forecast the number of vehicles needed on a daily basis
• Perform follow up calls to customers regarding previous service visits
• Support service agents to maintain workflows and reduce customer wait time
Service Drive Supervisor 2014-2015
Supervised and provided on the job training for new associates on departmental processes while enforcing
proper utilization of supplies and equipment according to company standards.
• Established strong relationships with customers and vendors to encourage retention and referrals
• Provided reliable and fair cost and time estimates for repair and maintenance
• Monitored technician daily productivity reports
• Assisted with handling customer escalations providing efficient solutions while using sound judgement
according to company and regulatory standards
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• Motivated and trained service staff to ensure exceptional service is provided at all times
Valet 2011-2012
Transported vehicles to desired destinations while maintaining a clean, well-organized service area.
• Acknowledged and greeted guests upon arrival
• Maintained the service area in a neat and organized manner
• Drove vehicles from the service lane to the assigned parking lot
• Ensured all vehicles were tagged and locked
• Inspected and notated all vehicles for lot damages that may have occurred during service department custody
• Delivered and picked up guests, as needed
TEXAS SPICE RESTAURANT AT OMNI HOTELS & RESORTS, Dallas, Texas 2011-2013
Omni Hotels has a portfolio of 60 hotel properties in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The luxury lodgings are
targeted to business travelers and upscale tourists. In addition to comfortable room accommodations, the
properties offer business and fitness centers, high-speed and wireless Internet access, and gourmet restaurants.
Lead Host
Greeted and assigned guest seating, accurately maintained seating charts and event reservations.
• Monitored the open dining sections for empty and cleaned tables
• Provided estimated wait times to guests
• Ensured guest needs are met while waiting to be seated
• Organized seating for large groups and/or events
• Ensured place settings were appropriate and each guest had a napkin
• Answered phone calls while entering diner information into reservation system
• Guided guests through the dining rooms and providing any needed assistance
EDUCATION
Studies, Kinesiology
Navarro College, Corsicana, Texas