Sales & Operations Trainee: Grow with a Winning Team

DriveTime; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Monthly bonus

Job summary

DriveTime Family of Brands is seeking a motivated Customer Experience & Sales Support associate to greet customers, present vehicle features, and guide them through financing basics. You’ll nurture relationships, schedule appointments, and assist the sales team with test drives and follow-up activities.

You will also help with paperwork, inventory presentation, and daily dealership operations, collaborating across departments to ensure a smooth end-to-end customer journey.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or bachelors preferred OR equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years related work experience. Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospitality, sales and/or retail with a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Ability to progress through a multi-phase, learning certification of Level 1 and 2 assuming increasing responsibility for sales and operations.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for the previous 3 years
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to pass a drug test and a background check

Responsibilities

• Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner and create a positive dealership experience.
• Assist Sales & Operations Advisors during purchasing process including presenting vehicle features, pricing, financing basics, and dealership services to confidently assist customers.
• Follow up with internet leads, phone inquiries, and showroom guests to nurture relationships and maintain engagement.
• Schedule appointments and maintain consistent communication with prospective customers through phone calls, text and email using the expected nurture strategy.
• Support the sales team with test drives, vehicle presentations, and customer follow-up activities.
• Assist with processing paperwork including down payments, title documents, trade information, and loan paperwork.
• Support daily dealership operations by helping where needed across departments.
• Maintain vehicle inventory presentation and showroom organization.
• Help maintain operational flow, organization, and accountability throughout the dealership.
• Utilize internal technical systems to support dealership operations and ensure a seamless end-to-end customer journey.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Hospitality experience

Sales experience

Retail experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

DriveTime Family of Brands is seeking a motivated Customer Experience & Sales Support associate to greet customers, present vehicle features, and guide them through financing basics. You’ll nurture relationships, schedule appointments, and assist the sales team with test drives and follow-up activities.

You will also help with paperwork, inventory presentation, and daily dealership operations, collaborating across departments to ensure a smooth end-to-end customer journey.