SUGALU FILIVAA
***** ***** ****** ** ******, CA *2883
Cell: 949-***-**** Email: **************@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position with a company that will value my organizational and customer service skills and allows me to handle all duties entailed in the job.
S K I L L S A N D S T R E N G T H S
Able to observe and be aware of hazards and ability to handle emergencies when necessary.
Ability to work well with other team members, and work under difficult circumstances.
Able to communicate information and instructions verbally and via radio equipment
Able to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand operating procedures, and follow rules, and regulations.
Knowledgeable and reliable in the execution of growing responsibilities.
Outstanding customer relations and communication skills.
Extensive experience in the need-satisfaction selling process.
Well-versed on all compliance requirements, including DMV and Regulation Z.
Complete non-confrontational package/menu selling techniques.
Understand loan underwriting and funding procedures.
Knowledge of F&I policies and procedures regarding cash flow and contracts in transit.
Knowledge of procedures to manage a successful internet department including:
E-mail communication, phone scripts, dealer trades, advertising, sales, and delivery process.
Working knowledge of ADVENT Resources F&I software.
Experienced user of Microsoft Word, Excel, Salesforce, and Sabre systems.
Familiar with AutoCAD Drafting and Design.
Marketing experience with social media like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Bilingual: Samoan and English
A T T R I B U T E S
Ability to multi-task/meet challenging deadlines and proven ability to negotiate/close deals.
Self-starter, good at working independently to achieve stated objectives.
Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written; makes effective presentations.
Strong work ethic, team player, detail-oriented, and committed to problem-solving.
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Ola Fou Long Beach Church Long Beach, CA. 2022-Present
Voluntary Duty
Counsel and pray with church members and guests who express difficulties in their life.
Visits nursing care facilities and homebound individuals/age group specific members.
Assists senior pastor in conducting weddings and funerals for church members.
Cooperates with all staff to promote the entire ministry plan of the church.
Serves as an effective liaison to church committees and team ministry efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.
Volunteer in leadership and coordination songs and music for worship.
Prepare choir repertoire that includes classic and contemporary gospels and hymns.
Direct the chorus during weekly rehearsals, additional practice as needed, and all directions.
Implement musical lesson plans and provide piano/organ accompaniment with all performances.
Auction.com Irvine, CA. 2005-2017
Customer Care / Contract Support
Provide exemplary customer service through customer engagement and on the phone
Educate customers about various opportunities including how the live and online auctions work, website resources, financing options, etc.
Participate in auction events, webinars, and seminars
Register bidders, audit information, work with contracts, and verify funds received
Input data entry and information into Auction.com proprietary software program
Provide information & quality assurance
Address inquiries from clients, buyers, agents, and lenders professionally in a timely manner
Respond to email and phone messages within 24 hours
Follow-up on file status and assist lenders in obtaining closing conditions from buyers
Showcase Chevrolet Westminster, CA. 2003-2005
Sales / F&I
Greet customers when they enter the showroom and ask the appropriate questions in order to ensure they make the right decision on which car they purchase
Write up and negotiate deals
Pull, read, and analyze of credit bureau scores for potential finance customers
Recognize as a Top Performer for driving revenue growth and profit improvements within the F&I department
Establish close working relationships and gain respect of various lenders to serve both prime and sub-prime financing
Routinely offer, structure, present, close deals, including selling of Finance and Insurance products, and finalize paperwork
Deliver and follow up on the customers
Steelcase Inc. Tustin, CA. 1994-2002
Top Line Operator
Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
Maintain activity log, keep records of approved and defective products
Load and unload tops from the topline machine
Responsible for training new employees
Myers & Stevens Insurance Company Anaheim, CA. 1992-1994
Data Entry Clerk/Supply
Responsible for inventory control and management
Maintain all data entry records via Wang System
Assist the claims department
American Airlines Fort Worth, TX. 1990-1992
Reservation Agent
Book and confirm reservations for passengers on scheduled airline flights
Type requested flight number and determine space availability
Telephone or advise of changes in flight plan or to cancel or confirm reservation
Maintain advance or current inventory of available passenger space on flights
Advise load control personnel and other stations of changes in passenger itinerary to control space and ensure utilization of seating capacity on flights
E D U C A T I O N
Kanana Fou Theological Seminary Pago Pago, AS 2022
Bachelor of Divinity
Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA 2003
Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts
International Aviation and Travel Academy Arlington, TX 1990 Certificate in Travel and Tourism