Automotive Sales Associate

J.B.A. Kia; Towering Oaks (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Critical illness coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

J.B.A. Kia is a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art dealership focused on training, development, and long‑term career growth. We’re seeking an Automotive Sales Associate to guide customers through the vehicle buying process and deliver a professional, welcoming experience.

This role emphasizes relationship‑based selling, teamwork, and personal growth in a modern dealership environment. Training pay and performance incentives accompany a path to advanced sales opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive, customer‑focused attitude.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• Willingness to learn and improve in a team environment.
• Must be able to work weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with customers and create a positive buying experience.
• Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by listening to their needs.
• Demonstrate new and pre‑owned vehicles in a professional, engaging manner.
• Develop knowledge of Chevrolet products, features, packages, and technology.
• Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction and encourage referrals.
• Learn to overcome objections and grow confidence in a sales environment.
• Work closely with the Sales Manager to track goals, activity, and performance.
• Bring energy, professionalism, and a positive attitude to work every day.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Flexible hours

Valid driver’s license

Professional appearance

Education

Retail sales experience (preferred)

Customer service experience (preferred)

Hospitality experience (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

J.B.A. Kia is a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art dealership designed to deliver an exceptional experience for both customers and employees. We’re proud of our supportive, team‑oriented culture and our commitment to training, development, and long‑term career growth.

We’re seeking a motivated Automotive Sales Associate to guide customers through the vehicle buying process and deliver a professional, welcoming experience. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people, value relationship‑based selling, and want the opportunity to build a successful career in a modern dealership environment.

What You’ll Do

• Build lasting relationships with customers and create a positive buying experience
• Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening to their needs
• Demonstrate new and pre‑owned vehicles in a professional, engaging manner
• Develop strong knowledge of Chevrolet products, features, packages, and technology
• Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction and encourage referrals
• Learn to overcome objections and grow confidence in a sales environment
• Work closely with the Sales Manager to track goals, activity, and performance
• Bring energy, professionalism, and a positive attitude to work every day

Qualifications

Required

• Positive, customer‑focused attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Self‑motivated with a desire to learn and improve
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred

• Experience in retail sales, customer service, or hospitality
• Automotive sales experience (a plus, but not required)
• Ambitious mindset with interest in career growth

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• For those without automotive sales experience, we offer $500 per week training pay for the first six weeks.
• For those with previous sales experience, we operate with a $300 weekly draw.
• Extremely competitive and tiered commission pay plan with a deal minimum of $125.00.
• Commission pay is issued monthly.

Benefits & Perks

• Family‑owned and operated dealership culture
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (employee, employee + child(ren), employee + spouse, or family)
• Supplemental insurance including disability, cancer, critical illness, and life insurance (single, spouse, or child coverage, when applicable)
• Competitive PTO that renews annually
  • First 40 hours of PTO is accrued after 106 days of employment
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match (waiting period applies)
• Employee discounts on vehicles and services

Why Join our Team?

• If you are new to sales, paid training to help you ramp up confidently
• Performance‑based earnings with support
• Proven dealership with long‑term stability
• Opportunities to grow into senior sales or leadership roles

Apply today to start your automotive sales career with J.B.A. Kia!

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.