Automotive Sales Associate

Acura of Salem; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Group Life Insurance

Holidays

401k Retirement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Skyline Ford in Salem, OR is seeking a results-driven salesperson to manage the full sales process from greeting to closing. This role rewards performance with commissions and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will build relationships, deliver consultative presentations, and stay informed on product details and technologies to guide customers to smart vehicle choices. Strong communication and a polished appearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Flexible hours and weekends flexibility.
• Self-starter mentality and ambitious spirit preferred.
• Eager to learn new product details and improve continuously.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and team members.
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships to develop clientele for life.
• Consultative selling by asking questions and listening to customers.
• Develop product expertise to become the vehicle authority.
• Perform high-quality, professional demonstrations of vehicles.
• Follow up with buyers to secure referrals.
• Overcome objections and thrive in sales situations.
• Report directly to the Sales Manager on objectives and activities.
• Bring your best attitude every day and strive for success.

Skills

Flexible hours

Self-starter

Eager to learn

Excellent communication

Professional appearance

Clean driving record

Job description

Skyline Ford - Elevate Your Sales Career!

Are you selling cars but tired of not making enough money? Ready to take the next step and manage the sales process from start to finish? If you're honing your customer service skills in a job that only pays tips or an hourly wage, it’s time for a change. A career at Skyline Ford in our sales department might be right for you.

Why Skyline Ford?

• Top Compensation: Our sales professionals are well-compensated for their production. With a starting commission of 25% on new vehicle sales with $300 minis and 20% on pre-owned with $400 minis, our pay plan is designed to reward performance, with the potential of up to 35% commission.
• Award-Winning Team: Voted Oregon's #1 Ford dealer 11 years in a row by DealerRater, we pride ourselves on excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Family-Owned Stability: Established in 1962, Skyline Ford has been family-owned for over 60 years, providing a supportive and stable work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Build Relationships: Nurture enriching relationships to build clientele for life.
• Consultative Selling: Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses.
• Product Expertise: Continuously develop product and sales acumen to become the vehicle authority. Know the ins and outs of product offerings, optional packages, and the latest technologies.
• Professional Demonstrations: Perform high-quality, professional demonstrations of new and used vehicles.
• Follow-Up: Follow up with buyers to ensure successful referral business.
• Overcome Objections: Learn to overcome objections and thrive in sales situations.
• Report: Report directly to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses.
• Bring Your ‘A Game’: Come to work every day with a positive attitude and a commitment to success.

Qualifications:

• Available to work flexible hours and weekends.
• Self-starter mentality and ambitious spirit preferred.
• Eager to learn new product details and improve continuously.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and team members.
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.

Benefit Package:

• Paid Time Off:40 hours front-loaded Paid Time Off (after 90 days employment). PTO increases at 3rd and 5th year anniversaries.
• Health Coverage:Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage (eligible first of the month after 60 days of service).
• Group Life Insurance:Employer-paid Group Life Insurance (eligible first of the month after 60 days of service).
• Holidays:7 paid holidays each year (after 90 days employment).
• Additional Benefits:Voluntary Life Insurance, Legal Shield, AFLACand more!
• 401k Retirement Program: Eligible first of the month after 60 days of service.
• Employee Discounts:Enjoy employee discounts in parts, sales, and service.

Compensation:

This position is paid on commission.

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