Sales Specialist (Durham, NC)

Dealer Tire, LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,041 - 42,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

50% 401(k) match up to 7%

Paid time off up to 19 days annually

Job summary

Dealer Tire, LLC in North Carolina is seeking a Retail Tire Sales Representative to enhance customer relations and drive tire sales inside premium automotive dealerships. You will perform tire inspections and manage store operations, aiming to exceed sales goals.

With a base pay of $28.34–$30.85/hr and an annual commission target of $13,200, this role offers significant career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail, service, or sales experience is preferred.
• Outstanding verbal communication and customer-service skills.
• Strong sales instincts and relationship-building ability.
• Comfortable using digital tools and order systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers and sell tires to exceed assigned goals.
• Perform quick tire inspections and quote prices.
• Maintain strong relationships with dealership teams.
• Support inventory management and store operations.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Sales experience

Verbal communication

Use of computer-based tools

Job description

Overview

Dealer Tire, a family‑owned distributor of tires and parts, seeks a Retail Tire Sales Representative to work inside premium OEM automotive dealerships. The role focuses on building customer relationships, selling tires, and supporting store operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Engage customers on the service drive and sell tires to exceed assigned goals.
2. Perform quick tire inspections and identify/explain tire‑related issues, recommend service, and quote prices.
3. Maintain strong relationships with customers and dealership teams.
4. Support store operations: inventory, opening/closing, and reporting.
5. Leverage experience in selling smartphones, accessories, or membership add‑ons to grow sales.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail, service, or sales experience (automotive experience preferred).
• Outstanding verbal communication and customer‑service skills.
• Natural relationship builder with strong sales instincts.
• Comfortable using computer‑based tools and order systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $28.34–$30.85/hr at start.
• Target annual commission: $13,200.
• Guaranteed commission for up to 2 months during onboarding.
• Medical, dental, vision.
• 50% 401(k) match up to 7%.
• Paid time off: eligible after 30 days, up to 19 days annually.
• 5‑day, 40‑hour work week with additional personal time.

Career Growth

DealerTire promotes an average of 114 team members per year in the Tire Store program. Sales performance is recognized and can lead to rapid advancement.

Why Dealer Tire

5‑day week, 40‑hour shifts with high pay and more personal time daily than many retail or wireless roles.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dealer Tire is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Contact

For accommodations or questions, contact Dealer Tire’s Human Resources Department at 1‑800‑933‑2537 x6550.

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