Sales Assistant

Penske Automotive Group, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Subaru Orange Coast, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is seeking a Sales Assistant to support the Sales team, respond to customers, assist with vehicle searches, and follow up after purchases. The role requires strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

The position is full-time and based in Santa Ana, California, with pay ranging from $20 to $23 per hour.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive team attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong work-ethic in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, multitask, be flexible and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dealership Sales team in finding specific vehicles and responding to customers.
• Support the sales process and follow up with customers after vehicle purchase.
• Demonstrate understanding of latest industry trends and vehicle features and benefits.
• Provide outstanding customer service and professionalism in all interactions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team-player

Job description

Subaru Orange Coast, a Penske Automotive Group dealership, is looking for a Sales Assistant to join our team and deliver extraordinary customer experiences.

JOIN OUR TEAM

At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the very best experience possible to our customers. We are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals who share that same passion to join our team.

Imagine working in a professionally and financially satisfying job where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers every day. The Sales Assistant assists the dealership Sales team in finding specific vehicles, responding to customers, supporting the sales process, and following-up with customers after vehicle purchase. The Sales Assistant is required to demonstrate a sound understanding of the latest industry trends, features and benefits of each vehicle. To be a successful Sales Assistant, you should have strong customer service, communication, and problem solving skills.

Pay for this position is $20 - $23 per hour.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
• Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
• Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential - our commission-based pay structure allows you to control your income.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.
• Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence and teamwork.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Genuine interest in providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong work-ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, multitask, be flexible and meet deadlines

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE TABLE

• Commitment: Ensure our customers have a world-class car-buying experience at every step along their sales journey.
• Excellence: Provide an unparalleled level of knowledge, expertise, and authenticity to help customers find the vehicle they're looking for.
• Growth Mindset: Strive to grow the dealership and your career by hitting challenging monthly goals.
• Initiative: Bring new business to the dealership through referrals, networking and repeat business.

Penske Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. Some positions may require applicants to possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Pay for this position is $20 - $23 per hour.

Type: Full-time

Dealership: Subaru Orange Coast

Location Address: 1350 Auto Mall Drive

EEO Statement

The Company is committed to hiring a diverse and qualified workforce. We will not consider any characteristic or category protected by state or federal law in hiring or employment decisions, including but not limited to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, status as a parent, or genetic information.