Automotive Receptionist

jobsatdarcars; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan including

Job summary

DARCARS of Silver Spring is seeking an Automotive Receptionist to be the front-line representative of the dealership, greeting customers and directing them to the appropriate party. The role requires friendly, professional conduct and the ability to handle calls and messages efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a customer-focused attitude, and be able to work evenings and weekends as required by dealership operations.

Qualifications

• Must speak clearly and convey professionalism to callers and customers.
• Strong communication with customers and employees.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Customer service experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to sit for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass pre-employment background check.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greet showroom customers and determine the nature of their visit.
• Direct customers to the correct department or salesperson.
• Answer basic inquiries and refer more extensive questions.
• Enter data into computer-based prospect tracking system.
• Manage the switchboard and handle calls professionally.
• Take thorough messages with caller details and times.
• Communicate messages to appropriate parties in a timely manner.
• Provide basic information to general inquiries.
• Update and distribute the company telephone roster as needed.
• Perform clerical and accounting duties as assigned by the controller or GSM.
• Serve as showroom greeter and assist when needed.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Clear communication

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team player

Flexible schedule

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DARCARS of Silver Springis now hiring for anAutomotive Receptionist

As theReceptionistyou are the front-line representative for the dealership and must represent the dealership in a professional, friendly manner at all times. She/he greets customers as they enter the showroom and directs them to the appropriate party in accordance with dealership policies and answers basic inquiries. The receptionist intercepts, screens, and routes incoming calls and takes thorough messages and provides basic information to callers. The receptionist also assists in salesperson day to day activities such as administering dealer tags and gas tickets.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to speak clearly and pleasantly on the telephone and convey the image of professionalism and competence to callers and in-person customers
• Strong communication skills with both customers and DARCARS employees
• Bilingual(English/Spanish) is a plus!
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with customers
• Previous customer service experience preferred butnot required
• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Be a team player
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, evenings and weekends are required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable safe driving record
• High school diplomaor equivalent (GED)
• Must be at least eighteen years of age
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screen (background)

Benefits

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

In this role, you'll:

• Greet showroom customers and determine the nature of their visit.
• Direct customers to the correct department, notify the appropriate salesperson that a customer is waiting, or introduce the customer to a salesperson.
• Answer basic customer inquiries and refer more extensive inquiries to the appropriate person.
• Enter data into computer operated prospect tracking system.
• Manage switch board.
• Communicate with callers in a professional, friendly and efficient manner, striving to minimize the time they are put on hold.
• Take thorough messages indicating the caller’s first and last name, company name if applicable, the time, and the message the caller wishes to leave.
• Communicate messages to all appropriate parties in a timely manner.
• Provide basic information to callers who have general inquiries.
• Update and distribute company telephone roster when necessary.
• Perform clerical duties and accounting duties as assigned by controller or GSM.
• Serve as showroom greeter.
• Other duties assigned by management.
• Make transaction receiptsfor sale and service department*if applicable

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.