KOA- SALESPERSON

Kia of Abilene; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia of Abilene in Abilene, Texas seeks an energetic Automotive Sales Consultant to guide customers through new and used vehicle options, present features, and drive demo drives. You will work with management to close deals, ensure accurate paperwork at delivery, and help customers with financing and vehicle setup.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic math/communication skills, and the ability to use a computer and 10-key calculator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Must be able to apply common sense to written or oral instructions.
• Able to handle problems with several concrete variables.
• Strong mental aptitude.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong personal initiative.
• Ability to operate a standard transmission vehicle.
• Ability to use a computer and 10-key calculator.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Sales Satisfaction Index standards.
• Report objectives and planned activities to management.
• Give feature presentations and demo drives of new or used vehicles.
• Work with management to close deals.
• Review operating features, warranty and paperwork during vehicle delivery.
• Encourage repeat business and referrals with an owner follow-up system.
• Keep abreast of new technology, features and products.
• Remain familiar with competitive products and features.
• Communicate with Service and Parts regarding customer add-ons or repairs.
• Know and understand the laws governing retail auto sales.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Strong initiative

Computer literacy

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

10-key calculator

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job SummaryPerform the necessary duties to ensure the sale of products.Essential FunctionsMaintain Sales Satisfaction Index standardsReport objectives and planned activities to managementGive feature presentations and demo drives of new or used vehiclesWork with management to close dealsReview operating features, warranty and paperwork during the vehicle deliveryEncourage repeat business and referrals with an owner follow-up systemKeep abreast of new technology, new features and new productsRemain familiar with competitive products and featuresCommunicate with Service and Parts regarding customer add-ons or repairsKnow and understand the federal, state, and local laws which govern retail auto salesPre-Hire RequirementsValid TX DL and acceptable driving record, acceptable background review and negative drug screenEducation and Experience RequiredHigh school diploma or the equivalentBasic math, reading and writing skillsMust be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written or oral diagrammatic formMust be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situationsStrong mental aptitudeStrong verbal communication skillsStrong personal initiativeAbility to operate a standard transmission vehicleAbility to use a computer and 10 key calculatorPhysical Requirements:Frequent standing, bending/stooping/squatting, climbing stairs/ladders, pushing/pulling, grasping/gripping, writing/typing, finger dexterity, driving/operating equipment, hearing, speaking and vision (beyond arms length), able to lift/carry 1-75lbs.Occasionally working in confined spaces, able to lift/carry 75-150+ lbs, lying down, and reaching above shoulders.Working ConditionsThe employee will work indoors and outdoors in a professional sales environment.Will be exposed to extreme temperatures.While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. The company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments). Be ready and willing to perform additional tasks or duties as needed or requested by management.