Automotive Sales Associate

Volkswagen of Santa Fe; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO after 1 year

Mentor program

Career development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Volkswagen of Santa Fe in Santa Fe, NM is seeking an Automotive Sales Associate to help customers find the right vehicle and deliver an exceptional buying experience from first contact through sale and beyond.

You will build relationships, use consultative selling, and provide personalized recommendations while strengthening knowledge of our inventory, features, and financing options. Join a team focused on growth and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Flexible hours including weekends.
• Prior automotive sales experience is a plus, but eager learners welcome.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture strong customer relationships to create clients for life.
• Use consultative selling to understand needs and recommend vehicle solutions.
• Ask thoughtful questions and provide personalized recommendations.
• Develop knowledge of new and pre-owned inventory, features, and financing options.
• Deliver professional vehicle demonstrations and product presentations.
• Follow up post-sale to ensure satisfaction and referrals.
• Learn strategies to overcome objections and navigate the sales process.
• Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout the buying journey.
• Collaborate with the Sales Manager to review goals and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Ambitious, motivated, goal-oriented

Excellent interpersonal communication

Willingness to continuously learn

Ability to build trust with customers

Professional and well-groomed

Valid driver's license

Automotive sales experience a plus

Job description

Automotive Sales Associate

Join Our Growing Team!

We're looking for an ambitious, motivated, and customer-focusedAutomotive Sales Associateto join our growing team. If you have excellent communication skills, enjoy building relationships, and are driven to achieve and exceed goals, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Automotive Sales Associate, you'll help customers find the right vehicle for their needs while delivering an exceptional, professional experience from the first interaction through the sale and beyond.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive earning potential: $60,000-120,000 per year
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 3 weeks of PTO after 1 year
• Mentor program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment

What You'll Do

• Build and nurture strong customer relationships with the goal of creating clients for life
• Use consultative selling techniques to understand customers' needs and recommend the right vehicle solutions
• Ask thoughtful questions, listen carefully, and provide personalized recommendations
• Develop strong knowledge of our new and pre-owned inventory, vehicle features, optional packages, technology, and financing options
• Deliver professional, engaging vehicle demonstrations and product presentations
• Follow up with customers after the sale to ensure satisfaction and generate referrals and repeat business
• Learn effective strategies for overcoming objections and confidently navigating the sales process
• Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout the buying journey
• Work closely with the Sales Manager to review goals, activities, performance, and opportunities for improvement
• Bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and "A game" to work every day

What We're Looking For

• Ambitious, motivated, and goal-oriented personality
• Self-starter mentality with a strong desire to succeed
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsWillingness to continuously learn and develop product and sales knowledge
• Ability to build trust and create lasting relationships with customers
• Professional and well-groomed appearance
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Previous automotive sales experience is a plus, but motivated candidates eager to learn are encouraged to apply

Grow Your Career With Us

We believe in investing in our people. Through ourmentor program, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have the support and resources you need to build a successful career in automotive sales.

You're competitive, customer-focused, eager to learn, and ready to take your career to the next level,

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,