AutoNation Toyota of Pinellas park - Sales Associate

AutoNation; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Maternity benefits

Associate vehicle discounts

YouDecide deals

Job summary

AutoNation is seeking a customer-focused Sales Associate in Florida to guide hundreds of customers through vehicle selection in our no-haggle environment. You’ll leverage outstanding communication skills to help customers find their perfect vehicle, present terms that fit their budgets, and close the deal while delivering an exceptional buying experience.

You’ll participate in a structured pay plan with base pay or hourly start, then commission based on gross profit and customer service scores,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Drive to set and achieve targeted goals.
• Prior sales experience, retail preferred.
• Excellent communication, consultative, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• The willingness to follow up with customers.
• Experience and desire to work with technology.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• The Sales Associate interacts with hundreds of customers to help guide them in their vehicle purchase in a no-haggle environment.
• Help customers select their perfect vehicle, negotiate terms that fit their budgets, and close the deal.
• Drive loyalty by following up to ensure customer satisfaction and help transition customers to the Service department.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Sales Associate interacts with hundreds of customers to help guide them in their vehicle purchase in our no-haggle sales environment. With your outstanding communication and listening skills, you’ll help our customers select their perfect vehicle, negotiate terms that ensure payment options meet their lifestyles, budgets, and expectations and close the deal. Sell with Confidence. Grow with AutoNation. AutoNation is redefining the car-buying experience—and we need driven, customer-focused professionals to help us lead the way. With nationwide inventory and a supportive team, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive benefits
• Career paths into finance, management, and beyond
• A culture built on trust, transparency, and teamwork

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A desire to help people and exceed expectations
• Sales or customer service experience preferred

What will I do?

The Sales Associate interacts with hundreds of customers to help guide them in their vehicle purchase in our no-haggle sales environment. With your outstanding communication and listening skills, you’ll help our customers select their perfect vehicle, negotiate terms that ensure payment options meet their lifestyles, budgets, and expectations and close the deal. Our Sales Associates provide an exceptional customer experience, driving loyalty by following up to ensure customer satisfaction and helping transition customers to the Service department to support their ownership experience.

What are the requirements?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience
• Drive to set and achieve targeted goals
• Prior sales experience, retail preferred
• Excellent communication, consultative, interpersonal and organizational skills
• The willingness to follow up with customers
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record

Pay Plan

Getting Started: Months 1-3 Earn a base salary or hourly rate depending on the store and location, with additional bonuses paid on units sold, customer service scores and more. You and your manager will review your sales results at the end of each month to help you understand how to maximize our incentive compensation plan.

Accelerate Forward: Months 4+ At the beginning of month 4, you will move to your store’s commission pay plan, allowing you to control your financial destiny. You’re now ready to benefit from competitive commission pay based on several components including gross profit and customer service.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact.

Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry.

We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world. At AutoNation, what drives you, drives us. We're looking for passionate and committed people to bring their drive to our team to help drive a peerless Customer experience.

We're AutoNation - the biggest and most renowned automotive retailer in America, and a proud member of the Fortune 150. But that's just the beginning. We're in the midst of an incredible multi-year digital transformation that's set to revolutionize the industry. At AutoNation, we're not just interested in keeping up with the times - we're dedicated to leading the charge. We're passionate about innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible, all while keeping our customers, coworkers, and communities in the driver’s seat. We believe that together, we can create a brighter future for everyone.