Automotive Sales Manager

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to oversee our sales staff. Our sales managers must be adept at creating a plan for success and understanding the processes necessary to achieve their objectives. We expect you to analyze current sales figures, develop effective sales techniques to boost those figures, and train the sales team on the new methods. You will also be responsible for hiring and training talented sales representatives. Our ideal candidate has at least three to five years of automotive sales experience and an impressive track record of closing deals and retaining customers.

What We Offer:

• Great compensation and pay plan


• Full Benefits Plan


• Generous incentive and bonus programs


• Discount vehicle purchase and service program


• Health insurance


• Five day work week

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with our employees and customers to develop relationships and help bridge disconnects in the sales process via online


• Build rapport with customers to build a base of referrals to establish customer network


• Provide training and support to the sales staff on Phone & Internet skills and assist in closing sales


• Desk Deals and email customers quotes


• Help manage inventory online and incentives


• Work with third-party vendors to generate and boast lead counts


• Prior sales leadership – dealership experience required


• Be able to create and maintain customer relationships


• Strong computer & phone skills (Internet, Google Docs, Gmail, Excel Spreadsheets)


• Be able to coach, development and motivate sales staff


• Deal with local and national vendors and manufacturer representatives


• Attend sales manager meetings


• Follow up on all Internet leads daily and with follow up calls


• Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test)

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities to develop and motivate successful teams.


• Solid working knowledge of computers and systems.


• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Successful background in a financial/budgeting role.


• Operate a wide variety of cars, light trucks, and vans, with ability to drive both manual and automatic transmissions


• Possess an acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license in your state of residence.

All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include background checks and pre-employment drug test. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.