Sales Manager

Penske Cadillac Buick GMC of South Bay; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Penske Chevrolet of Cerritos is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee the Sales Department, drive profitability, and achieve guest satisfaction. The role is 100% on-site and requires leadership across Retail, Internet and Exchange teams to meet and exceed sales goals.

The position entails recruiting and developing staff, managing performance, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. A high school diploma and automotive sales experience are preferred, with strong communication and multitasking

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years sales experience, automotive industry preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle leasing principles.
• Basic math skills (percentages, depreciation).
• Read and understand instructions in English.
• Learn and apply federal/state/local auto sales laws.
• Able to work independently and with a team.
• Detail oriented, organized and able to multitask.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, manage and develop Sales Teams for Retail, Internet and Exchange.
• Manage job performance of Sales Department staff.
• Set goals and objectives for the Sales Department.
• Monitor Sales Department performance using reports and surveys.
• Develop policies and procedures for the Sales Department.
• Control costs and profitability of the Sales Department.
• Maintain compliance with laws governing retail auto sales.
• Keep up to date on new products and guest benefits.

Skills

Sales experience

Automotive knowledge

Leasing principles

English proficiency

Math aptitude

Customer service

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Summary:

The Sales Manager is responsible for managing an efficient and profitable Sales Department by achieving sales objectives, striving for guest retention and total guest satisfaction in the department.

This position is 100% on-site.

Monthly Base Salary of $5,859.00 plus incentive pay based on department performance. The average monthly range for this position is $7,861 to $23,812.

Essential Duties

include the following; however, other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Regularly exercise independent authority and discretion to recruit, train, manage and develop the Retail, Internet and Exchange Department’s Sales Teams.
• Regularly exercise independent authority and discretion to manage job performance of Sales Department staff.
• Regularly exercise independent authority and discretion to establish goals and objectives for the Sales Department.
• Regularly exercise independent authority and discretion to manage and monitor the Sales Department’s performance using appropriate reports, tracking systems, and surveys.
• Regularly exercise independent authority and discretion to develop policies and procedures related to Sales Department.
• Control and manage costs and the profitability of the Sales Department.
• Maintain and comply with federal, state, and local regulations that govern and affect the Sales Department.
• Keep abreast of new products, features, etc., and their benefits to guests.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual should possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent, desired.
• Minimum of one (2) year sales experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Knowledge of vehicle leasing principles.
• Basic mathematical concepts (such as adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages); equity values and depreciation; and laws that govern retain automotive sales.
• Read and comprehend instructions and information in the English language.
• Learn and understand the federal, state, and local laws which govern retail auto sales.
• Must be able to work independently and with a team.
• Must be detail oriented, organized and be able to multitask.
• Must have exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
• Must be able to learn quickly, be adaptable and able to handle a demanding environment.
• Ability to multi-task projects, establish priorities, work independently and organize effectively.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable and safe driving record.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will be required to:

• Able to withstand outdoor weather.
• Frequently required to sit and stand for a long period of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

The Dealership is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Penske Chevrolet of Cerritos is looking for results driven, team focused, dedicated people to join our team.

Our compensation and benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurances
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan
• Tremendous Opportunity to Learn, Advance and Build a Career!

Penske Chevrolet of Cerritos is an Equal Opportunity Employer.