New Car Manager-Minnetonka Ford

MORRIES MINNETONKA FORD LINCOLN LLC; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO 2 weeks

Life insurance

AD&D, disability coverage

Flexible spending plans

Modern work environment

Management advancement opportunities

Job summary

Morrie’s Minnetonka Ford is recruiting an experienced Sales Manager to lead the automotive sales team in Minnetonka, MN. You will drive profitability for the new car department and manage daily sales operations, including follow-up, and coordination with the Finance office.

The role emphasizes leadership, coaching, and strategic use of incentives and rebates to maximize performance and customer satisfaction within a dynamic dealership environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in business-related field.
• 3+ years automotive management experience.
• Proficient in CDK system.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales team through the sales process, handling follow-ups and escalations.
• Drive profitability of the new car department to meet monthly goals.
• Ensure customer follow-up through daily management of the sales team.
• Work with manufacturers on incentive programs and rebates.
• Recruit, interview, select and develop the sales team.
• Coordinate vehicle deliveries and support sales meetings with the GM.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales acumen

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

College degree in Business Administration/Business Management

Tools

CDK system

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Morries Minnetonka Ford - Minnetonka, MN 55305

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00 Base+Commission/year

Job Category: Automotive

About Us:

Morrie's Auto Group is one of the fastest growing privately-owned dealership groups in the Midwest. We have a comprehensive portfolio of OEM brands, and many stores across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. As a leading auto retailer, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider for our team members and customers, and we are committed to growing and training our career-oriented employees into management roles within the company.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Help lead the sales team through sales process : including customer follow-up, customer escalations, assisting with customer concerns, and managing Sales Consultant performance
• Responsible for driving profitability of the new car department : meeting monthly volume and gross profit goals.
• Ensuring customer follow-up through day-to-day management of the sales team.
• Work with manufacturers on incentive programs, rebate schedules, and maintaining a balanced vehicle inventory.
• Play an active role in the recruitment, interviewing, selection and development of the sales team.
• Assist the GM in the facilitation of sales meetings, provide on the job training to Sales people, and coordinate vehicle deliveries with the Service Manager.
• Manage the reconditioning of vehicles on the lot and show floor to ensure they meet the highest standards.
• Partner with the Finance office to develop and coordinate best practices for the most efficient and effective sales approach.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company's expectations as it pertains to interactions with customers, co-workers, subordinates, and vendors.

What Morrie's Offers:

• Industry-leading 401(k) and Roth IRA programs with competitive company match
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• PTO accrual starting at 2 weeks
• Free life insurance and identity protection
• AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and voluntary life insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Clean, well-maintained, multi-million-dollar work environments
• Exciting opportunities for management advancement within the company

What You Offer:

• Ability to maintain a level of professionalism and maintain confidentiality in sensitive situations.
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Professional personal presentation
• Attention to detail, organizing and planning
• College degree in Business Administration, Business Management or a Related Field preferred
• 3+ years of automotive management experience
• Proven track record in desking and closing deals
• Proficient in operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office : Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• CDK system experience preferred.
• Multi-task in a high energy, fast-paced work environment
• Speak, listen, and write effectively in dealings with customers and associates across departments
• Read, interpret, and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records
• Make independent judgments regarding critical business decisions
• Identify business opportunities and suggest improvements

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.