Automotive Business Representative - Call Center - St Clair, Michigan, United States

LaFontaine Automotive Group; Saint Clair (MI); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Compensation

Referral Program

Employee Discounts

Benefits Package

Voluntary Benefits

401(k) Match

Holiday Savings

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Zusammenfassung

LaFontaine Automotive Group is seeking an enthusiastic Internet Sales/Business Development Representative to manage customer leads for vehicles and coordinate with our sales and service teams across Michigan. You will convert inquiries into showroom visits, log communications in the CRM, and support appointment setting while delivering outstanding customer service.

We offer hourly pay plus commission, comprehensive training, and a benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years related experience or training.
• Two years customer service experience (No Automotive necessary).

Aufgaben

• Receive and respond to web-based inquiries and leads.
• Enter prospect communications and appointment data into CRM.
• Set dealership appointments; achieve lead-to-visit conversions.
• Attend regular sales meetings.
• Generate reports on appointments and sales from leads.
• Maintain tracking boards for internet sales.

Kenntnisse

Build rapport

Team player

Excellent communication

Integrity & professionalism

Entrepreneurial spirit

Time management

Self-motivated

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

1–3 years related experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Automotive Business Development Representative/ Call Center Representative

Are you interested in joining a growing business that is committed to family, promotes employees from within, is passionate about protecting the environment, has an inspiring company culture, and is actively involved with the community and local charities? If so, this opportunity might be for you!

The Position

We are seeking honest and dynamic Internet Sales and Service/Business Development Representatives to manage customer leads for vehicles and drive customers to our world-class brand locations throughout Michigan. You will be trained in our lead management/sales and service approach to create a wonderful experience for our customers as you help them get connected with our sales and service team to provide them with excellent customer service.

You will be responsible for receiving and responding to web based electronic inquiries (leads), working with our existing customer data base, incoming sales and service phone calls that result from prospects and customers visiting the dealership website, associated web sites and other lead sources. The Internet Sales & Service/Business Development Representative will be evaluated based on performance standards that measure how many leads were converted to showroom visits and how many of those showroom visits resulted in a sale or service completion. You will utilize and/or learn both traditional and Internet-specific automotive sales and service processes.

As a Business Development Representative with LaFontaine, you can expect an hourly pay rate plus commission-based compensation, as well as training and a benefits package. Our comprehensive training program teaches you all about our business and our Business Development Center. We also support your career goals with long-term career options in sales, service and management; because we know our success comes from your success.

The Perks

• VERY Competitive Compensation
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts on Sales and Service
• Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
• Voluntary Benefits (Flexing Spending Account, Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Legal & Identity Theft Protection)
• 401(k) and Employer Match
• Holiday Savings Program with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be able to build rapport with customers.
• Must work well in a team atmosphere.
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills.
• High degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong work ethic demonstrated enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to manage time effectively, work independently and be self-motivated.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.
• One to three years related experience and/or training.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience in customer service (No Automotive Necessary)
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for receiving and responding to web based electronic inquiries (leads), working with our existing customer data base, incoming sales phone calls that result from prospects and customers visiting the dealership website, associated web sites and other lead sources.

The Internet Sales/Business Development Representative will be evaluated based on performance standards that measure how many leads were converted to showroom visits and how many of those showroom visits resulted in a sale. You will utilize and/or learn both traditional and Internet-specific automotive sales processes.

• Execute customer communications via email, telephone, and text, in line with standards and processes.
• Set dealership appointments, achieve lead-to-Dealership conversion and sell products based on department standards.
• Enter all prospect communications, notes, records, and customer appointment data into the CRM.
• Maintain tracking boards showing Internet sales updated each day of the month.
• Prepare reports showing appointments scheduled, customer appointments kept, and customer sales based on leads received.
• Attend regular sales meetings for both the dealership and the eSales department.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

The Company

Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the award-winning and nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group includes 55+ retail franchises, 7 collision centers and 60+ Michigan locations. The group employs 3,000+ individuals. It’s the mission of the LaFontaine Family to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities. The LaFontaine commitment to customers, staff, and local communities is demonstrated by active participation and contributions to numerous non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and charities throughout southeast Michigan. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales to service to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer’s specific needs. LaFontaine represents the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Fiat, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, KIA, Lincoln, Mazda, RAM, Polestar, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo, and Volkswagen. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it’s not just what you get, it’s how you feel. Visit www.familydeal.com for additional details.

Our Mission:

To Build Lifelong Relationships that Connect Families, Strengthen Communities, and Personalize the Automotive Experience.

Our Core Values:

Accountability, Responsibility, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Passion.

LaFontaine Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer.