Sales Associate

Cmasvalleyvw; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking a friendly Sales Associate for CMA's Colonial Kia to help customers find the right vehicle and guide them through the sales process. You’ll work with a team to deliver an outstanding customer experience and learn our products and financing options with training provided.

As a member of CMA, you’ll enjoy comprehensive training, ESOP benefits, and a supportive culture focused on ethics and excellence.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a customer-facing role.
• Friendly, patient, and customer-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Learn customer needs and provide helpful information about vehicles and services.
• Coordinate test drives and explain features with clarity and patience.
• Work closely with teammates and management to ensure a smooth, positive customer experience.
• Stay up to date on inventory, pricing, and basic financing options (training provided).
• Use our tools and systems to track interactions and follow up when needed.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming showroom environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Willingness to learn

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Description

Sales Associate Overview: CMA's Colonial Kia is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Sales Associate to join our team. As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for assisting customers in finding the right vehicle to meet their needs, guiding them through the sales process, and ensuring an outstanding customer experience. Whether you are an experienced automotive sales professional or looking to start a career in the industry, we provide the training and support to help you succeed!

About Carter Myers Automotive (CMA)

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is a family and employee-owned company proudly serving Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and Maryland since 1924. Our dealerships represent many of the industry's most respected automotive brands, and our employee ownership culture reflects our belief that when associates have a stake in the business, everyone succeeds.

Sales Associate Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly, professional manner
• Learn customer needs and provide helpful information about our vehicles and services
• Coordinate test drives and explain features with clarity and patience
• Work closely with teammates and management to ensure a smooth, positive customer experience
• Stay up to date on inventory, pricing, and basic financing options (training provided)
• Use our tools and systems to track interactions and follow up when needed
• Maintain a clean, welcoming showroom environment

Sales Associate Benefits

• Comprehensive training – No prior auto experience needed
• Consistent support from management and peers
• Stable hours and a reliable paycheck
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Positive team culture focused on customer care, ethics, and excellence
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive insurance benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and employee assistance program
• 401k plan with company matching
• Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
• Associate discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service
• Paid maternity leave after one year of employment
• Closed on Sunday

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working in a customer-facing role
• Friendly, patient, and customer-focused mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Basic computer literacy
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Carters Myers Automotive provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.