Christopher Peterson
Executive Sales Leader | Strategic Growth | Customer Experience | Multi-Industry Expertise
Wonder Lake, IL | (708) 214-8961 | chrispeterson377@gmail.com
Executive Profile
Visionary sales and operations leader with 20+ years of success driving revenue growth, profitability, and team
excellence across luxury automotive and consumer industries. Recognized as the #1 National Sales Executive
out of 1,650 in Jaguar Land Rover’s prestigious Journey to Excellence program — a distinction reflecting
superior sales performance, customer satisfaction, and leadership acumen. Known for developing high-performing
teams, implementing strategic digital transformation initiatives, and delivering premium client experiences that
elevate brand reputation and loyalty.
Leadership Experience
Sales Guide | Land Rover Lake Bluff, IL (2023–Present)
Represent four premier luxury brands — Land Rover, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and INEOS — delivering an
elite client experience rooted in deep product mastery and professionalism.
Conduct detailed product demonstrations emphasizing performance, technology, and craftsmanship to
engage discerning clientele.
Stay continuously informed on product innovations and competitive market developments to ensure
unmatched expertise.
Manage the entire sales cycle, including CRM lead tracking, compliance documentation, and lender
coordination.
Partner with service clients to identify upgrade opportunities or vehicle acquisitions, strengthening retention
and replenishing dealer inventory.
Facilitate dealer trades and inter-store transactions to optimize Land Rover inventory management and
customer delivery timelines.
Portfolio Manager | Jaguar Land Rover, Schaumburg, IL (2019–2023)
Achieved #1 National Ranking out of 1,650 peers in the Journey to Excellence recognition program.
Spearheaded client engagement strategies that increased repeat and referral business by 30%.
Mentored and coached sales consultants to consistently achieve elite-tier performance and brand alignment.
Partnered with executive management to drive digital innovation initiatives improving lead-to-sale conversion.
Internet Sales Manager | Jaguar Land Rover, Naperville, IL (2010–2019)
Directed online and digital retail operations achieving record-breaking growth and customer engagement.
Implemented CRM analytics (Eleads, CDK, VAuto) to streamline lead management and improve sales
efficiency by 25%.
Pioneered virtual demonstrations and digital campaigns that expanded brand visibility and market reach.
Sales & Finance Manager | CarMax, Naperville, IL (1998–2010)
Oversaw sales and F&I; operations, earning Presidents Club honors for exceptional leadership and
profitability.
Developed comprehensive training programs driving measurable improvement in team productivity and
customer satisfaction.
Led operational streamlining initiatives that enhanced efficiency and compliance across multi-department
teams.
Education
Associates Degree in Business Management, Northwestern College
High School Diploma, Morton East, Chicago, IL
Awards & Recognition
#1 National Ranking – Jaguar Land Rover Journey to Excellence Program (out of 1,650 participants)
Top Sales Performer – Jaguar Land Rover, 2019–2023
Elite Master Sales Guide – Jaguar Land Rover, 2015–2018
Presidents Club – CarMax, 2005–2009
Core Leadership Competencies
Strategic Sales Leadership | Business Development | Customer Experience Optimization | Team Building &
Coaching | P&L; Responsibility | CRM & Digital Transformation | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Luxury Brand
Marketing | Operational Excellence
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