Automotive Sales Associate

Sunwise Auto Group; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 32,691 - 133,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

PTO and Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

Sunwise Auto Group in San Rafael is seeking a Sales Associate to join our dynamic team at Marin Subaru. This role focuses on creating a world-class automotive retail experience by understanding customer needs and utilizing the latest technologies. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and engaging work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of automotive sales experience, exceptional communication skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. Our competitive pay structure ranges from $2,929.33 to $12,000 monthly with the possibility of commission and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of automotive sales experience.
• Highline dealership experience a plus.
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance.

Responsibilities

• Nurture relationships to build clientele for life.
• Assist customers in selecting a new vehicle.
• Continuously develop product and sales acumen.

Skills

Automotive sales experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

CDK experience

Job description

Sunwise Auto Group is looking for a Sales Associate to join our growing and expanding team at Marin Subaru! Being part of Sunwise Auto Group is more than just new and used sales, parts, and service. Our team strives to simplify every aspect of buying, owning, and servicing every vehicle. We are proud to sell and service these vehicles and are always seeking qualified, enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!

We are a progressive, fast‑paced, growing company focused on a premium customer experience. At Sunwise Auto Group, we offer a work environment that is drastically different than most and is fostered by great leadership, teamwork, and professionalism at all levels. Join our team if you have a positive attitude, talent, and passion for cars!

To make our vision real, we look for Sales professionals who think differently and strive to provide 100% customer satisfaction – utilizing the latest technologies to find the perfect solutions for our guests. As a Sales Associate you will create a world-class automotive retail experience by thoughtfully assessing the wants and needs of your guests in the sales department.

BENEFITS

• Competitive wages - Monthly Pay Range ($2,929.33-$12,000)
• Great working environment
• Professional, fun, and friendly work environment with supportive management
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and employer match
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Nurture enriching relationships to build clientele for life
• Exhibit consultative selling skills. Assist customers in selecting a new vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses
• Spending time with clients to determine their needs and advise vehicle options and pricing
• Continuously develop product and sales acumen to become the vehicle authority. Know the ins and the outs of product offerings, optional packages, and the latest technologies
• Working with the Sales Management team to provide quotes and explain financing options
• Report directly to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses
• Use the CRM to follow up with prospective client customers, set appointments, answer leads, follow up on portfolio and return email / voicemail throughout the day
• Perform high-quality, professional demonstrations of new vehicles
• Follow-up with buyers to ensure successful referral business
• Learn to overcome objections and thrive within sales situations
• Bring your "A game" along with a positive attitude to work with you every single day
• Performs other administrative duties as assigned by management
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions
• Always maintains professional appearance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of automotive sales experience
• Highline dealership experience a plus
• Available to work flexible hours and weekends
• Self‑starter mentality and ambitious spirit preferred
• Ready to waste no time on learning product ins and outs, eager to improve
• Phenomenal communication skills with customers and team members
• Professional, well‑groomed personal appearance
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license
• CDK experience a plus
• Ability to drive manual transmission preferred
• Excellent follow through and customer service skills
• High attention to detail

COMPENSATION

The Sales Associate Position has a Monthly Pay Range of $2,929.33-$12,000. Pay Scale consisting of the following elements. Wages includes a Base hourly compensation and may also pay commission compensation which is based on the value or amount of closed sales achieved from $0.00 (if no sales are made) without any upper limit other than sales performance. The position may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.

• Monthly Pay Range: $2,929.33 - $12,000. This position pays hourly plus monthly commission. We are a drug-free environment. As part of our hiring process, we conduct a post-offer background check and drug screening.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without 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.