Sales Porter

BMW-Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and supplemental cover

Paid time off and paid holidays

On-the-job training -- no experience

A genuine career path -- Swickard port

Employee vehicle purchase and service

Team-oriented environment at a luxury,

Job summary

BMW of Portland, part of Swickard Auto Group, is seeking a dependable Sales Porter to move and prep vehicles on the lot. No automotive experience is required, and training is provided to help you start quickly.

You will support the sales team, keep the lot clean and organized, and help deliver a premium guest experience that reflects the BMW brand. This entry-point role offers a path to growth within a world-class luxury dealership.

Qualifications

• No prior automotive experience required; we will train the right person from day one.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Physically capable of working on your feet and staying active throughout your shift.
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Moves with a sense of urgency; a well-run lot supports the entire sales operation.
• Professional and composed; premium guest experience expected at every touchpoint.
• Comfortable driving a wide variety of vehicles safely.

Responsibilities

• Move and stage new and pre-owned inventory across the sales lot -- keeping vehicles organized, accessible, and presented to BMW dealership standards.
• Wash, rinse, and prep vehicles for display, test drives, and guest delivery -- every BMW on the lot should be immaculate.
• Retrieve and deliver vehicles for test drives -- moving quickly and safely to keep the sales process flowing without delays.
• Support the sales team with vehicle movement throughout the day -- staging demo vehicles, pulling sold units, and preparing deliveries.
• Maintain lot cleanliness and organization -- keeping common areas clear, vehicles properly positioned, and the overall presentation sharp.
• Assist with vehicle check-in for new inventory -- moving units from transport to lot and ensuring proper placement.
• Support sales staff with general lot and delivery tasks as needed to keep the operation running at full speed

Skills

Reliability

Organization

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Portland, OR | BMW | Luxury performance brand | Sales Porter | Lot Porter | Entry-level | Career path | No experience required | Pacific Northwest | Veterans encouraged to apply | $18 - $22/hr

IS THIS YOU?

• You're reliable, energetic, and take pride in keeping things moving -- a clean, organized lot at a luxury dealership reflects the standard of the brand
• You work with a sense of urgency and a positive attitude -- the sales team counts on you to keep vehicles staged, pristine, and ready
• You're looking for an entry point into automotive at a brand worth representing, with a real path to grow

WHO WE ARE

Swickard Auto Group is a hospitality company that happens to sell and service cars. We believe the best guest experiences start with the best employee experiences. That's why we've grown to 40+ rooftops across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii while maintaining a culture built on one simple idea: do right by people, every time.

BMW of Portland represents one of the world's most respected performance luxury brands in a city that appreciates both. The guest experience begins the moment someone sees the lot -- and the Sales Porter is the person who makes sure every vehicle on it reflects the standard of the BMW name.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Move and stage new and pre-owned inventory across the sales lot -- keeping vehicles organized, accessible, and presented to BMW dealership standards
• Wash, rinse, and prep vehicles for display, test drives, and guest delivery -- every BMW on the lot should be immaculate
• Retrieve and deliver vehicles for test drives -- moving quickly and safely to keep the sales process flowing without delays
• Support the sales team with vehicle movement throughout the day -- staging demo vehicles, pulling sold units, and preparing deliveries
• Maintain lot cleanliness and organization -- keeping common areas clear, vehicles properly positioned, and the overall presentation sharp
• Assist with vehicle check-in for new inventory -- moving units from transport to lot and ensuring proper placement
• Support sales staff with general lot and delivery tasks as needed to keep the operation running at full speed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• No prior automotive experience required -- we will train the right person from day one
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record -- required
• Physically capable of working on your feet and staying active throughout your shift
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated -- the sales floor depends on you without needing to remind you
• Moves with a sense of urgency -- a well-run lot makes the whole sales operation better
• Professional and composed -- BMW guests expect a premium experience at every touchpoint, including the lot
• Comfortable driving a wide variety of vehicles safely

WHAT WE OFFER

• $18 - $22/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• On-the-job training -- no experience necessary
• A genuine career path -- motivated sales porters at Swickard have grown into sales consultant, service, parts, and operations roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• A team-oriented environment at a world-class luxury brand where your reliability and energy are noticed

WHY BMW OF PORTLAND

• BMW is one of the world's most respected performance luxury brands -- a name worth having on your resume and a lot standard worth taking pride in
• Portland is a growing, design-forward city with a loyal BMW guest base -- a store where attention to detail and a professional presence get noticed quickly
• The Sales Porter role is a natural entry point into automotive -- the lot visibility, team exposure, and operational knowledge you gain here open real doors
• Swickard is one of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the country -- ranked Top 5 in North America for reputation in the automotive industry
• Our HEART values -- Honor, Engage, Anticipate, Respond, Thank -- apply to every role on the team, from the showroom to the sales lot
• A supportive environment where your hustle is recognized and your potential has room to develop

BMW of Portland is a store that holds its lot to a premium standard -- because the lot is part of the brand experience. A motivated Sales Porter who shows up, takes pride in the presentation, and supports the sales team without being asked becomes an indispensable part of the operation quickly.

If you're ready to bring your energy and your work ethic to one of Portland's most recognized luxury dealerships -- we'd like to meet you.