Automotive Sales and Leasing Consultant

Langdale Ford; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is seeking a motivated sales professional to join their team. This role involves engaging with customers to understand their vehicle needs, demonstrating vehicle features, and guiding them through the purchasing process. You will work closely with the Sales Manager to ensure a seamless transaction and maintain customer loyalty. If you have a passion for automobiles and a knack for sales, this opportunity offers a competitive income potential and a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a team where your contributions will make a significant impact on customer satisfaction and sales success.

Qualifications

• 2 years of automotive or equivalent sales experience encouraged.
• Ability to read and interpret business documents and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers and determines desired vehicle type.
• Prepares paperwork and delivers vehicle to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Automotive Sales Experience

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary: Sells new or used automobiles, trucks, and vans on premises of vehicle sales establishment by performing the following duties. Income opportunity range $45,000 - $100,000 annually.

• Greets customer on sales floor and determines make, type, and quality of vehicle desired.
• Explains features and demonstrates operation of vehicle in showroom or on road.
• Suggests optional equipment for customer to purchase.
• Researches availability of models and optional equipment.
• Consults with Sales Manager when necessary; never allowing a customer to leave without first consulting with a Sales Manager.
• Works with the Sales Manager to compute and quote sales price, including tax, trade-in allowance, license fee, and discount, and requirements for financing payment of vehicle on credit.
• Prepares all related paperwork and applications (e.g., sales slip, credit application, etc.).
• Delivers new vehicle to customer, ensuring that the customer understands the vehicle's operating features, warranty, and paperwork, laying the foundation for customer loyalty.
• Maintains a prospect development system.
• Remains knowledgeable of new products, features, accessories, etc.
• Attends sales meetings and training sessions (at various locations) as scheduled.
• Adheres to Company policies and procedures.
• Meets, or exceeds, written forecast and projected sales numbers.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 2 years of Automotive or equivalent sales experience encouraged.

Education & Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients