Automotive Internet Sales Manager

Five Star Automotive Group; Warner Robins (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Automotive Group is seeking an Internet Department Manager to lead our sales team and optimize online engagement, leveraging technology to connect with customers.

You will manage leads, coach sales staff, structure deals, and ensure timely follow-up, with a focus on converting online interest to showroom visits.

Join a supportive leadership team offering coaching, advertising support, and opportunities for career growth within the group.

Qualifications

• Experience leading automotive internet/sales teams.
• Strong lead management and follow-up skills.
• Ability to train and motivate salespeople.
• Comfort with using video and technology to engage customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Management: Assign and manage leads to maximize engagement and conversion.
• Collaboration: conduct weekly meetings and daily one-on-ones to improve lead engagement.
• Deal Structuring: work deals to shorten inquiry-to-information lag and secure appointments.
• Follow-Up: ensure timely follow-ups; comfortable calling customers.

Job description

Join the Five Star Automotive Group as an Internet Department Manager!

• Are you exceptional with customers?
• Do you believe that the Internet showroom is just as crucial as our physical showroom?
• Are you skilled at motivating salespeople and helping them reach their full potential?
• Are you comfortable using technology, like video, to engage customers?

If so, we want you on our team!

The Five Star Automotive Group is seeking a motivated and skilled Sales Manager with an Internet focus to lead our dynamic team, especially with the manufacturer placing a strong emphasis on the Internet showroom. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Desk Manager looking to advance their career in a thriving automotive environment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Management:Assign and manage leads effectively to maximize engagement and conversion, transforming interest into showroom visits while teaching your team to do the same.
• Collaboration:Conduct weekly 30-minute meetings and dailyone-on-ones with salespeople to enhance lead engagement and foster teamwork.
• Deal Structuring:Utilize your expertise to work deals and drive sales success, minimizing the lag time from customer inquiry to sending information, with a strong focus on securing appointments.
• Follow-Up:Ensure timely follow-ups on leads. The candidate must be comfortable calling customers and have demonstrated the ability to handle calls effectively.

Why Join Us?

• Dedicated Coaching:Unlike some stores that provide minimal support, you will receive guidance from a dedicated coach and a team of professionals with over 30 years of automotive experience. This coach will assist you with training materials, CRM training, vendor relations, and lead handling, ensuring you have the tools you need for success. They will also help you find solutions when you encounter challenges.
• Advertising Support:Collaborate with our experienced in-houseadvertising team and the general manager to create opportunities that drive engagement and sales, ensuring we put our best foot forward.
• In-Store Support:Benefit from an experienced management team committed to supporting you and your growth,and ensuring we all remain profitable.
• Technology Focus: We utilize technology to engage our customers and differentiate ourselves from the competition.

Why choose Us?

• Sales Advantages:With a real Lifetime Warranty available on most of our vehicles, and a VIP experience that will help you stand out from the crowd, we offer unique advantages.
• Growth Opportunities:With Five Star, the sky's the limit! We offer numerous opportunities for advancement across our group for the right candidate.
• Dedicated Office:Enjoy a dedicated office space for your work.
• Benefits: We offer a 5-day workweek, an extensive medical benefits package, and a 401(k) plan.
• Compensation: Our lucrative compensation package includes a competitive salary, a demo allowance, and department gross bonuses.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment in 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.