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Martin James Grapengeter

Dallas

Summary

Very experienced Automotive Product Specialist for over 20 years with extensive management experience, able to travel at will.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Solana SMA
San Miguel De Allende
05.2021 - Current
  • During the pandemic, I created and opened my own business, a small boutique of household and interior design products. We create, manufacture and sell hand painted and other designs of Mexican Popular Art with a more modern sensibility. I create all designs and oversee the entire design process as well as running the day to day operations.
  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.

Automotive Product Specialist

Independent Contractor
USA/Mexico
09.1999 - Current
  • Product Specialist/Supervisor/Presenter
  • Managed the Product Specialist team for Mitsubishi Motors at automotive Events throughout the USA and occasionally in Mexico.
  • Presented and Narrated scripted and improvisational presentations for entire model lineup
  • Performed variety of clerical and administrative duties pertaining to on-site support.
  • Prepared reports on sales figures, competitor activities, and customer feedback.
  • Coordinated with marketing teams on advertising campaigns related to specific products.
  • Learned about product's technical specifications and accurately explained specifications to customers and work team.
  • Visited trade shows, stores and other venues to demonstrate products or answer questions from potential buyers.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated and explained products, methods or services to induce prospective clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Arts

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
05-1992

Skills

  • Fluent is Spanish and French

Languages

English
First Language
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Solana SMA
05.2021 - Current

Automotive Product Specialist

Independent Contractor
09.1999 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Arts

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

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