Hospitality-Driven Auto Sales Manager – Seattle Area

Swickard Auto Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Ongoing training and support

Growth opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, &

Disability coverage

401k

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group seeks a seasoned Sales Manager for the Seattle area to lead and develop a high-performing automotive sales team. You will drive profitability, ensure exceptional customer experiences, and oversee the sales process from lead to delivery.

Responsibilities include recruiting and coaching staff, analyzing performance data, managing inventory in collaboration with Purchasing, and maintaining compliant, customer-centric operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and exceeding customer expectations.
• Strong knowledge of the automotive industry and sales processes.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other relevant tools.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing sales team.
• Motivate and inspire the team to achieve sales targets and exceed customer expectations.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.
• Ensure adherence to the dealership's sales process and best practices.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Implement strategies to enhance sales effectiveness and efficiency.
• Foster a customer-centric, hospitality-based culture within the sales department.
• Resolve customer complaints and issues promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with the purchasing department to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Manage vehicle turn rates and minimize stock obsolescence.
• Monitor and analyze the department's financial performance and profitability.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase profitability and manage expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

CRM proficiency

Sales targets

Automotive knowledge

Multi-tasking

HQ qualities

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Swickard Auto Group seeks a seasoned Sales Manager for the Seattle area to lead and develop a high-performing automotive sales team. You will drive profitability, ensure exceptional customer experiences, and oversee the sales process from lead to delivery.

Responsibilities include recruiting and coaching staff, analyzing performance data, managing inventory in collaboration with Purchasing, and maintaining compliant, customer-centric operations.