Dealership Lot Porter/ Inventory Support

Inside Car Guys; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Ongoing training and support

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership seeks a Brand Specialist in Thousand Oaks, California. In this full-time role, you will represent and promote the dealership's brands, providing expert knowledge to customers. Responsibilities include greeting guests, conducting test drives, negotiating sales, and ensuring excellent customer follow-up. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, sales abilities, and a customer service orientation. Benefits include medical insurance, 401k, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sales and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with computer systems, including dealership management software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests in a professional manner.
• Conduct test drives and product demonstrations.
• Negotiate vehicle prices and financing terms with guests.
• Complete sales transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain contact with customers after the sale.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong sales and negotiation abilities

Ability to work independently

Strong customer service orientation

Proficiency with computer systems

Automotive industry knowledge

Job description

As a Brand Specialist, you will be responsible for representing and promoting the brands represented by the dealership. Brand Specialists serve as the primary point of contact for guests, providing expert knowledge about specific brand’s vehicles, features, and benefits.

Jumpstart your automotive career! | Sales & Marketing | Premier luxury brand

Full‑time

Salary: $40,000 - $100,000 per year

• No prior automotive experience required!
• Previous hospitality or sales experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Customer Interaction: Greet and assist guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Vehicle Knowledge: Possess a deep understanding of the brand’s vehicle lineup, including features, specifications, and pricing.
• Product Demonstrations: Conduct test drives and product demonstrations to showcase the brand’s vehicles.
• Sales Presentations: Present vehicle options and packages to customers, addressing their needs and preferences.
• Negotiation: Negotiate vehicle prices and financing terms with guests.
• Closing Sales: Complete sales transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Customer Follow‑Up: Maintain contact with customers after the sale to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.
• Inventory Management: Assist in maintaining accurate vehicle inventory records.
• Store Appearance: Contribute to a clean and organized dealership environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong sales and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong customer service orientation
• Proficiency with computer systems, including dealership management software
• Automotive industry knowledge (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Sitting: Ability to sit for long periods, especially during computer work or sales presentations.
• Reaching and Bending: Frequent reaching, bending, and stooping to access vehicles and dealership equipment.
• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items, such as paperwork, vehicle accessories, or promotional materials.
• Driving: Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive various types of vehicles.
• Fine Motor Skills: Dexterity to operate computer keyboards, phones, and other office equipment.

Benefits of Working at Swickard

• Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a J‑O‑B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
• Ongoing training and support
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

Competitive benefits package

• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance
• Optional disability coverage
• 401k plan
• Paid Holidays
• PTO

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!?
• High‑line Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in high‑line brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car‑buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes? #T5