Automotive Sales Representative

Lithia & Driveway; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Training & growth opportunities

Job summary

Lithia Nissan of Ames seeks a dynamic sales associate to join our high-volume showroom. You will greet customers, learn their needs, demonstrate new and pre-owned vehicles, and guide them through the purchase process with our team.

This in-office role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, with CRM follow-up and collaboration with Finance and Service to ensure a smooth, customer-focused experience. Competitive pay and a comprehensive Total Rewards package are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous sales or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to learn vehicle features, pricing, incentives and financing options.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and learn their vehicle needs, preferences and budget.
• Present new and pre-owned vehicles, features, technology and programs.
• Conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives to support purchasing decisions.

Job description

Dealership:L0191 Lithia Nissan of AmesNissan of AmesHigh Volume Automotive Dealership | Hiring ImmediatelyPay: range to be discussed during in-person interviewsSchedule: This position requires open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand. Successful candidates will be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as these are peak sales periods and key opportunities for maximizing earnings.Workplace Type: In-OfficeReports To: Sales ManagerWhy Join Our Team?Join an award-winning Nissan dealership serving the Ames communityWork with a team recognized for customer satisfaction and dealership performanceBuild your career in a full-service Sales, Service, and Parts environmentRepresent Nissan while helping customers find and maintain the right vehicleGrow with the training, resources, and opportunities of Lithia & DrivewayWhat You'll DoGreet customers and learn about their vehicle needs, preferences, and budgetPresent new and pre-owned vehicles, features, technology, and available programsConduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives to support purchase decisionsManage leads, appointments, and customer follow-up through the CRMMaintain current knowledge of inventory, pricing, incentives, and product updatesGuide customers through the sales process from initial conversation through vehicle deliveryPartner with Sales Managers, Finance, and dealership teams to provide a smooth customer experienceWhat You'll BringPrevious sales, retail, hospitality, customer service, or automotive experienceConfidence working with customers and guiding them through a purchase decisionManagement of leads, appointments, and follow-up activity in a CRMComfortable learning vehicle features, technology, inventory, and manufacturer programsDrive to achieve individual and team sales goals while delivering a strong customer experienceValid driver's license and an acceptable driving recordTotal RewardsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.About UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.