Claus Hattasch
South Salem, NY ***** • 914-***-**** • ***********@*******.***
Professional summary
Friendly Sales Advisor knowledgeable about BMW's products and skilled at connecting customers with solutions. Adept at listening to needs and conveying information. Poised to leverage sales and service expertise developed over 20 years in BMW.
Skills
Product and Service Knowledge Strong automobile model knowledge Work History
Auto Sales Advisor, 01/2015 to Current
BMW – Darien, CT
Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information about company offerings. Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients. Maintained current knowledge of applicable sales and product changes in order to provide best possible service for all customer needs.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
Auto Sales Advisor, 01/2006 to 01/2015
BMW – Mount Kisco, NY
Demonstrated features, answered questions and offered solutions. Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products. Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery. Sales Advisor, 01/2001 to 12/2005
Saab Of Westchester – Briarcliff Manor, NY
Four times one of top twenty National Sales Representatives for Saab. Built large and loyal customer base.
Sales Advisor, 01/1999 to 12/1999
Superior Acura – Cincinnati, OH
Developed a strong feeling for sales and developed a large customer base. Head Waiter, 01/1997 to 12/1999
Union Pacific Restaurant – New York, NY
Involved in start up of new restaurant. Worked closely with the general manager in planning and organizing for the opening.
Floor Manager, 01/1996 to 12/1997
Lucky's Bar And Grill – New York, NY
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Made personal recommendations for customers by sharing product knowledge and demonstrating product.
Head Waiter, 01/1994 to 12/1996
Aquavit Restaurant – New York, NY
Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Waiter, 01/1990 to 12/1993
Greens Restaurant – London, England
Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items. Education
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Westchester Community College - Valhalla, NY
Liberal Arts And General Studies
New York University
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Kings College - London, UK