Automotive Sales Associate

Lakeview Ford-Lincoln; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for career growth

Employee discounts on vehicle purchases

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

Lakeview Ford-Lincoln in Battle Creek, MI, is seeking a motivated Automotive Sales Associate. In this role, you'll assist customers in finding their perfect vehicle, engaging them through the sales process and delivering exceptional service to ensure a positive buying experience.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for sales. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth while working in a supportive environment dedicated to delivering high-quality vehicles.

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience in automotive sales or related sales role.
• Motivated self-starter with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and provide detailed information about vehicles.
• Demonstrate vehicles to customers and facilitate test drives.
• Negotiate vehicle pricing and financing terms.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent persuasive verbal communication skills

Time management skills

Knowledge of automotive industry

Good knowledge of financing and basic mathematics skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join our team at Lakeview Ford-Lincoln as an Automotive Sales Associate, where you will play a key role in helping customers find the perfect vehicle to fit their needs. This position is ideal for motivated individuals with a passion for sales and automobiles, offering a dynamic work environment in Battle Creek, MI. You will engage with customers, guide them through the sales process, and provide exceptional service to ensure a positive buying experience.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and provide detailed information about vehicles and financing options.
• Demonstrate vehicles to customers and facilitate test drives.
• Negotiate vehicle pricing and financing terms to close sales.
• Build and maintain long‑term customer relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and performance goals.
• Stay updated on product knowledge, promotions, and inventory changes.
• Collaborate with the sales team and management to ensure a high‑standard customer experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; further education or training in sales is a plus.
• Previous experience in automotive sales or a related sales role preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple customer interactions.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Motivated self‑starter with a customer‑focused approach.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package ranging from $40,000.00 to $110,000.00+ per year.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases and services.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Supportive and friendly work environment.

About the Company

Lakeview Ford-Lincoln is a trusted and reputable dealership located in Battle Creek, MI. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service and high‑quality vehicles to our community. With decades of experience in the automotive industry, Lakeview Ford-Lincoln is dedicated to creating rewarding opportunities for our employees while providing customers with the best buying experience possible.

Join the highest volume sales team in the greater region of Battle Creek, MI at Lakeview Ford Lincoln. Your job as a sales associate will be to meet with prospective buyers and assist them in making their purchasing decisions. You will accomplish this by identifying their needs and their wants and then match them with the solution that best fits their circumstances.

Automobile Salesperson Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Be the first point of contact between customers and the dealership.
• Demonstrate features and options on all vehicles in inventory.
• Answer basic questions about financing and other optional financial products.
• Promote the company’s service and finance department with buyers to ensure customer loyalty.
• Perform vehicle delivery for buyers after a purchase has been completed.
• Routinely follow up with buyers to ensure continued satisfaction.
• Contribute to dealership sales data by filling out standard reports.
• Cold call prospective buyers to generate new business when necessary.

Automobile Salesperson Skills and Qualifications

• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Excellent persuasive verbal communication skills.
• Time management skills and willingness to take the initiative.
• Knowledge of automotive industry and technical aspects of vehicles and ownership.
• Good knowledge of financing and basic mathematics skills.
• Prior automotive sales experience and specific training with Ford products a positive.
• Must have clean driving and criminal records for employment.
• We are a community oriented fast‑growing player in the automotive retail industry and need a self‑starter who can build and manage a team and lead sales professionals. The right Automotive Salescandidates will have a proven track‑record of success with knowledge in the car market. Candidates should be energetic, dynamic, results‑oriented. You will be joining a sales team that has already dominates the market. With access to training and mentoring from seasoned experts, we ensure that every effort is made to help you succeed in meeting your sales goals. Enjoy the support from our vehicle service and financing departments that lets you focus on your actual job. Our dealership is expanding in the region and we expect many new opportunities to open up. Advance along our established career track with promotions as new positions come available. All of our sales associate benefit from the same competitive wage scale. We believe that hard work pays off, and we allow you to earn as much as your ability and determination will allow. We want you to reach your full potential and encourage you to perform at your best by offering many opportunities to earn bonuses based on exceptional performance. Get Started Right Away. We are looking for the best qualified applicants to join our team. To find out if you have what it takes to make the most out of this opportunity, contact our hiring manager for an interview today.