Automotive Business Development Representative (BDC) / Internet Sales

Darcars; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee discounts on vehicle, parts &

Training & career growth

Job summary

DARCARS of Silver Spring is seeking an Automotive Business Development Representative (BDC) / Internet Sales to bridge customers with the dealership. Not remote eligible, the role focuses on nurturing inbound inquiries, guiding needs analyses, and connecting buyers with in-store teams for a seamless path to purchase.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, computer skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset. Training and growth opportunities are provided in a high-energy environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• To be computer savvy.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• High energy, positive attitude, and a team-first mentality.
• Ability to multi-task and manage leads efficiently.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and most holidays.
• Not Remote Eligible.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age.

Responsibilities

• Pull and manage leads through our CRM.
• Respond promptly to inquiries via phone, text, chat, or email.
• Serve as a knowledgeable first point of contact on products, services, and the DARCARS brand.
• Convert online interest into in-store appointments.
• Follow communication scripts to maintain consistency and quality.
• Log all customer interactions in real-time.
• Build strong working relationships with dealership personnel.
• Meet or exceed performance goals, including response time and conversion metrics.
• Learn and train with the manufacturer to become an expert.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Computer savvy

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Adaptable in fast-paced environment

Evenings/weekends availability

Age 18+

Tools

DriveCentric

VinSolutions

Elead

Job description

DARCARS of Silver Spring is now looking for an Automotive Business Development Representative (BDC) / Internet Sales to join our team!
Not Remote Eligible

As an Internet Sales Representative, you’ll be the digital bridge between the dealership and our customers—helping customers make confident, informed decisions from the comfort of their homes.
The Internet Sales Rep's job is to nurture our inbound prospects by guiding them through a simple needs analysis exercise using the DARCARS Approach to Sales, providing dealership and product information, answering their questions, and linking them with a responsive in-store sales manager who will then further navigate their path to purchase.

For this role, you'll need:

• Valid driver's license required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• To be computer savvy
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• High energy, positive attitude, and a team-first mentality
• Ability to multi-task and manage leads efficiently
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and most holidays
• Not Remote Eligible
• Must be at least eighteen years of age

Preferred but not required:

• Previous experience in customer service, sales, or call center environments
• Automotive experience a plus, but not necessary – we provide full training!
• CRM experience (e.g., DriveCentric, VinSolutions, Elead)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including 401k
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts and service repairs
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
• Internal career advancement opportunities

In this role, you'll:

• Pull and manage leads through our CRM
• Respond promptly to inquiries via phone, text, chat, or email
• Serve as a knowledgeable first point of contact on products, services, and the DARCARS brand
• Convert online interest into in-store appointments
• Follow communication scripts to maintain consistency and quality
• Log all customer interactions in real-time
• Build strong working relationships with dealership personnel
• Meet or exceed performance goals, including response time and conversion metrics
• Learn and train with the manufacturer to become an expert

This job advertisement in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This advertisement is merely a preview of the role in solicitation. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.

We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.