Matthew Sweatfield

About Matthew Sweatfield

As the Vice President of Purchasing at AutoSavvy, I leverage almost two decades of experience in the automotive industry to drive strategic procurement and foster robust relationships with rebuilders. My role centers on acquiring high-quality branded title vehicles, ensuring our inventory meets the diverse needs of our customers across the United States.Our acquisition process is one of the most unconventional in the business, tailored to navigate the complexities of sourcing branded title vehicles. This innovative approach allows us to secure top-tier inventory while maintaining stringent quality standards.My career has also encompassed significant experience on the sales side, along with a deep understanding of the service and fixed operations sectors. This comprehensive knowledge equips me to address the multifaceted challenges of the automotive industry, from procurement to sales and after-sales service.Adding to my professional expertise, my military background has instilled in me a strong sense of discipline, leadership, and strategic thinking. These qualities have been invaluable in my role, enabling me to effectively manage complex operations and lead teams to achieve outstanding results.Throughout my career, I have honed my expertise in vehicle procurement, market analysis, and supply chain management. My passion for the industry and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in expanding AutoSavvy’s market presence and enhancing our competitive edge.Outside the office, I channel my drive and determination into athletic pursuits, participating in CrossFit competitions and triathlons such as the IRONMAN 70.3 and the XTERRA Pan American Championship. These experiences underscore my dedication to fitness, resilience, and continuous improvement.

Experience

1. Vice President of Purchasing

   AutoSavvy

   Dec 2018 — Present · Woods Cross, UT, US

   Was a key component on both the retail and purchasing side, assisting in the rapid growth of AutoSource Motors from 1 location selling 85 units a month to 22 locations selling units. Retained and grew vendor relationships by using constant communication, mentorship and showing mutual benefits- Created business development department by executing target research, collecting and analyzing data, and creating strategic initiatives to break into new market- Hired and trained all members of new department. Resulted in nine employees in new areas, doubling aqusitions compared to prior years- Led complex initiative of reducing cost structure, resulting in substantial annualized saving. Got buy-in from suppliers by sharing “why” and explaining that a volume model would be mutually beneficial- Developed KPIs for daily measurement of staff. Collaborated with IT to create dashboards and provide visibility to all involved parties. Resulted in more communication, clarity and more efficiency- Identified and mitigated risk in quality and inspection of cars. Collaborated with legal team and industry experts to create SOP and guidelines to ensure standards and safety measures are obtained.

Education

• Post University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General

• Post University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, The Malcolm Baldrige School of Busines

• Woods Cross High School

  High School Diploma, General Education

Skills

• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Training
• Screening Resumes
• Mentoring New Hires
• Market Analysis
• Communication
• Public Speaking
• Accurate Record Keeping
• Strength Training
• Sales
• Professional Mentoring
• Stress Management
• Regulatory Requirements
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Marketing
• Presentations
• Hiring Personnel
• Leadership Development
• Personnel Selection
• Time Management
• Conducting Interviews
• Leadership
• Operational Planning
• Sports Nutrition
• Social Media Marketing
• Military
• Business Operations
• Payroll
• Sales Process
• Timely Execution
• Employee Training
• Recruiting
• Personnel Management
• Conversion Optimization
• Team Leadership
• Operations Management
• Relationship Management
• Job Evaluation
• Fitness Training