Used Car Associate

Jim Riehl's Friendly Automotive Group; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Lapeer, Michigan is seeking a motivated Used Car Sales Associate. This role involves driving sales and providing top-notch customer service in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will engage with customers, conduct vehicle presentations, and negotiate sales terms effectively. Strong communication and negotiation skills, coupled with a passion for automobiles, are essential. The position offers a full-time schedule with commission pay and opportunities for customer engagement at community events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail sales or outbound sales, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close deals effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Familiarity with retail math for inventory and sales analysis.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong public speaking for events and presentations.
• Passion for automobiles and commitment to customer service.
• High school diploma or equivalent; business/marketing education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their vehicle needs and preferences.
• Conduct thorough presentations of vehicles, highlighting features and benefits.
• Negotiate sales terms and close deals effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of inventory control and market trends.
• Utilize retail math to analyze sales data and optimize inventory management.
• Perform outbound sales activities to generate leads and expand the customer base.
• Communicate financing options, warranties, and service plans clearly to customers.
• Participate in public speaking engagements or community events to promote the dealership.
• Collaborate with the sales management team to meet sales targets and improve performance.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Retail math familiarity

Public speaking skills

Retail math

Independence

Public speaking

Customer service

Automotive passion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education in business or marketing

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Used Car Sales Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving sales and providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced automotive environment. As a Used Car Sales Associate, you will engage with customers, understand their needs, and guide them through the car buying process while maintaining a strong knowledge of our inventory and the automotive market.

Duties

• Engage with customers to understand their vehicle needs and preferences.
• Conduct thorough presentations of vehicles, highlighting features and benefits.
• Negotiate sales terms and close deals effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of inventory control and market trends.
• Utilize retail math to analyze sales data and optimize inventory management.
• Perform outbound sales activities to generate leads and expand the customer base.
• Communicate effectively with customers, providing clear information about financing options, warranties, and service plans.
• Participate in public speaking engagements or community events to promote the dealership and its offerings.
• Collaborate with the sales management team to meet sales targets and improve overall performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail sales or outbound sales, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close deals effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Familiarity with retail math concepts for effective inventory control and sales analysis.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong public speaking skills for engaging presentations to customers or at events.
• A passion for automobiles and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in business or marketing is advantageous.

Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Day shift
• Work Location: In person
• Supplemental Pay: Commission pay