Sales Manager

Southern Motors Savannah CDJR; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Disability & Accident

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Southern Motors Savannah CDJR is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead our automotive sales team in Savannah. You will drive performance, coach staff, and optimize customer experiences while maintaining the highest standards of integrity.

The ideal candidate has proven dealership leadership, a track record of achieving quotas, and a passion for developing talent. This full-time role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous dealership and management experience is a huge plus.
• Strong leadership and training skills.
• High energy, goal-oriented, customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and manage a team of automotive salespeople.
• Coach sales staff on closing deals and performance improvement.
• Set, monitor, and achieve sales quotas.
• Assist customers in selecting vehicles by listening to their needs.
• Explain product performance and options to customers.
• Demonstrate vehicles and handle objections following company standards.
• Provide training and support to staff and help close deals.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive Sales

Team Management

Coaching

Customer Service

Job description

Sales Manager

We're looking for a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to lead and support our sales team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in automotive sales, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated by growth and performance, we’d love to have you on our team.

About Southern Motors

At Southern Motors, we’re proud of our long-standing reputation for honesty, integrity, and outstanding customer care. Our culture is built on respect, teamwork, and a shared passion for the automotive industry. We offer our employees growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and a rewarding career path.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay plan
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (eligible after 60 days)
• Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid and voluntary)
• Voluntary Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year (up to 4%)
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and manage a team of automotive salespeople
• Coach salespeople on best practices for closing deals and provide guidance to improve sales performance
• Set sales goals, track progress, and manage team to achieve and exceed those quotas
• Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses
• Explain product performance, application, and benefits to prospective customersDescribe all optional equipment/products available for customer purchase
• Perform high-quality, professional, and knowledgeable presentation and demonstration of new/used vehicles
• Learn to overcome objections, close sales, and perform all other steps of the sales process in accordance with company standards
• Provide training and support to the sales staff and assist in closing deals

Requirements

• Previous dealership and management experience a huge plus
• Leadership skills with a passion for training fellow employees
• Enthusiasm with high energy throughout the sales workday
• Goal-oriented, friendly personality, especially when negotiating pricing
• Attention to detail and problem solving capabilities
• Quality customer service, communication, computer and basic math skills
• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license
• Willing to submit to a drug screen prior to employment

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.