Sales Specialist

Lighthouse Sign Co.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury electric vehicles is seeking a passionate Sales Specialist in Toronto. This role involves guiding customers through the buying process, leveraging product expertise, and building strong customer relationships while achieving sales targets. Ideal candidates are those with a drive for innovation and a passion for electric vehicles.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

401k plan

Vacation

Equity program eligibility

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant sales experience in a commission-based environment.
• Retail automotive sales experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Gauge customer needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Build and maintain customer relationships to foster loyalty.
• Conduct test drives and provide exceptional sales experiences.

Skills

Communication

Customer Relationships

Sales Experience

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

High school or GED

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

As a Sales Specialist in a Lucid Studio, your primary focus will be to guide customers on their journey with Lucid as a main point of contact from sales, transaction facilitation, and successful delivery. This role is pivotal in ensuring a seamless and personalized customer experience. If you're achievement-oriented, thrive in goal-focused settings, and have exceptional relational skills, then you'll excel as a Lucid Sales Specialist.

Being a Sales Specialist at Lucid is a career-defining chance for those who are driven by the thrill of uncapped earning potential plus, have the stability of a guaranteed hourly wage. Dive into a role where your efforts are directly rewarded, where your sales talent shines in a dynamic and high-achieving environment.

Responsibilities

• Needs Assessment : Effectively gauge customer needs through personalized interactions and insightful questioning.
• Product Expertise : Leverage your in-depth knowledge of Lucid products to offer tailored solutions.
• Competitive Landscape : Take initiative to understand competitor models, pricing, and packages in order to educate customers on why Lucid.
• Customer Relationships : Build and nurture customer relationships to foster brand loyalty.
• CRM : Utilize Salesforce as a CRM tool to track and manage customer interactions with consistent engagement.
• Pipeline Management : Maintain and build a robust sales pipeline through disciplined practices.
• Goal-Oriented : Meet and exceed performance targets, linking sales with exceptional customer experiences.
• Test Drives : Conduct test drives and articulate desired selling points ensuring an exceptional experience while driving Lucid vehicles.
• Sales Experience : Deliver an exceptional and memorable sales experience that you would personally want to have.

Transaction Facilitation (Desking)

• Manage end-to-end transitions for Order to Delivery Management : Support customers with financing / leasing application and monitor application status, submitted documents, and vehicle readiness.
• Guide the customer through the ordering process of Lucid new vehicles, including obtaining documentation, advising on financial products, and ensuring the overall purchase and financing process is smooth.
• Handle registration and facilitation of payment due at signing.
• Coordinate customer support with Lucid Financial Service and Delivery teams as required.
• Assist with daily operations as needed.

Communication & Presentation

• Clear Communication : Use exceptional oral and written communication skills to deliver clear and relevant information.
• Maintain communication on a regular basis during the waiting period before the delivery date is scheduled.
• Active Listening : Employ active listening techniques to provide solutions that are genuinely helpful to customers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant sales professional experience in a commission-based environment, including building and managing a customer pipeline.
• Retail automotive sales and desking experience highly desired.
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays in a retail environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, CRM tools (Salesforce preferred), and retail business systems.
• Proven track record of achieving individual sales goals.
• Curiosity and passion about electric vehicles and the premium vehicle market and competitive landscape.
• Exceptional communication skills, encompassing active listening, clear verbal articulation, and proficient written communication.
• Strong commitment to continuous personal and technical learning, with a track record of quickly acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrated perseverance, grit, and the ability to prioritize long-term goals over short-term rewards.
• Keen understanding of automotive market dynamics, financial principles, and industry trends.
• Proactive and action-oriented, achieving objectives with a sense of urgency and efficiency.
• Exceptional time management skills and a highly organized approach to tasks and responsibilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with peers and customers.
• Passionate about electric vehicles and the premium vehicle market.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred. High school or GED required.
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate customer test-drives.
• Ability to travel as needed for events.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of a secondary language is a plus.
• Physical capacity to stand for extended periods and perform tasks like twisting, bending, squatting, and reaching, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain an OMVIC Sales License.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.

The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and / or a discretionary annual incentive program.