Automotive Sales Associate

SHOTTENKIRK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, INC; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SHOTTENKIRK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, INC in West Burlington is seeking an Automotive Sales Associate/Product Specialist to assist customers throughout the car-purchasing process. You will offer guidance to customers entering the dealership and work to enhance their purchasing decisions.

The ideal candidate will possess a friendly and competitive personality, strong customer service and communication skills, and a clean driving record. Join a family-owned company committed to building lasting relationships in the community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and high energy throughout the sales workday.
• Friendly and competitive personality, especially in negotiations.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Interest in training additional sales associates.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Offer assistance or direction to customers entering the dealership.
• Assist customers in making purchase decisions by listening to their needs.
• Develop relationships with customers to enhance the sales process.
• Explain product performance and benefits to prospective customers.
• Report to the Sales Manager regarding objectives and activities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Basic math skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Automotive Sales Associate/Product Specialist
Shottenkirk West Burlington Superstore

Shottenkirk Automotive Group is family-owned and has been in business for over 60 years. We currently operate 27 Automotive Dealerships in 6 states and employ over 2,500 people. We believe culture makes a difference and we strive to build lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and the community.

The Automotive Sales Associate/ Product Specialist is responsible for answering questions about the products and services the dealership offers with the purpose of making customers feel welcome and supported through the car-purchasing process.

Responsibilities

• Offer assistance or direction to any customer who enters the car dealership
• Assist customers in making a purchase decision by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses and needs
• Work directly with our employees and customers to develop relationships and help to enhance the sales process
• Explain product performance, application, and benefits to prospective customers
• Report to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses

Requirements

• Enthusiasm and high energy throughout the sales workday
• Friendly, competitive personality, especially when handling objections & negotiating pricing
• Strong customer service, communication skills, computer and basic math skills
• Interest in training additional sales associates once you get up to speed and working in a team environment
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license

Shottenkirk Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.