Auto Sales Consultant

Harrison Ford; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Ford of Clear Lake is seeking a Sales Consultant to turn showroom visitors into customers by understanding their needs and matching them with the right vehicle. You will guide buyers through the purchasing process, demonstrate features, arrange test drives, and maintain CRM records.

The role requires excellent communication, a professional appearance, and the ability to work flexible hours. A valid driver's license and prior automotive sales experience are a plus, with a commitment to

Job description

POSITION INFORMATIONThe Sales Consultant is responsible for understanding the features and benefits of all motor vehicles available for purchase and being able to communicate this information effectively to both current and potential customers.BASIC RESPONSIBILITIESReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Convert showroom visitors into customers by understanding their needs and interests, matching them to the most appropriate vehicleUnderstand the characteristics, capabilities, and features of all cars, and providing the potential customer with detailed information, including comparing different competitive modelsTake customers on test drives; demonstrating vehicle featuresBuild rapport with potential customers to improve possibility of future salesMaintain customer database, providing continuous communication, follow-up and supportGuide customers through buying process with clear communication and transparency, assisting with completing relevant paperworkMaintain reporting structures and recording sales and inventory on CRM softwareCollaborate with team members to reach sales targetsParticipate in sales trainings and meetingsAssist with set up of showroom and promotional displaysAdditional duties as assignedWORKING CONDITIONSThis role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The employee may sit or stand eight or so hours per shift, frequently required to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, climb, operate a motor vehicle and requires use of both hands. At time there may be elevated noise levels and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals found in motor vehicle service departments. Employee may be exposed to extreme weather conditions while working outside.Previous automotive sales experience a plusAbility to work flexible hoursProfessional appearance, friendly manner, and positive attitudeExcellent customer service skills with strong verbal and written communicationStrong interpersonal capability with drive to excel under pressureAbility to negotiate and be competitive while maintaining the customer’s best interestsValid driver’s licenseHarrison Ford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status. An offer of employment is conditional upon passing a background check and drug screening.