Automotive Sales Representative

Maple Ridge Chevrolet Buick GMC is NOW HIRING outgoing, motivated Sales Representatives to work at our dealership! If you are a high energy person, with a contagiously positive attitude, open availability, and a love for working with the public - we want to talk to you about a career in automotive sales! For over 100 years, the automotive industry has been a staple across North America with no plans to slow down anytime soon! So, what are you waiting? Earn your true worth in an extremely stable, innovative industry where the only person who can determine your success IS YOU!AutoCanada believes that taking care of our team members and setting them up for long-term success is what sets us apart from our competitors. That is why AutoCanada is proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance:An extremely unique role like no other in the automotive industryCompetitive pay plans and a motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongsideHealth & Dental insurance plansLife InsuranceVacation Time available for Full Time AutoCanada team membersEmployee vehicle purchase & service programsCompany-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar yearContinued professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in both Canada and the United StatesOpportunities for travel within the North American marketABOUT THE POSITIONThe Automotive Salesperson interacts with potential customers to understand their purchase and vehicle preferences, demonstrate comfort and convenience features, facilitate test drives, and assist with the completion of the necessary paperwork required to complete the sale. Sales professionals strive to meet their monthly sales targets by following a daily work plan that focuses their attention on sales-generating activity and providing excellent customer service from initial contact to final delivery. The primary function of an Automotive Sales Representative is to make customers feel welcome and supported throughout the car-purchasing process; ensuring the customer is satisfied and will continue to use the dealership for their future maintenance and car buying needs.RESPONSIBILITESGreet and assist customers entering the showroom floor, presenting a professional environment that supports automotive sales while ensuring customer satisfactionAnswer questions about new cars, used cars, vehicle performance, applications processes and financing for the clientele acting as a ‘subject matter expert’Employ strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport when assisting potential customers with their vehicle selection and finalizing their payment termsMaintain an up-to-date customer database to drive current and future automotive sales for the dealershipPresent used and new cars through test drives, demonstrations, and dealership walk-throughsLeverage negotiation skills without compromising customer satisfaction to carry out the sales process following dealership standards and policiesSend emails and make calls to prospective buyers in an effort to ensure that your daily calendar has the necessary amount of customer appointments to guarantee that productivity goals are being metFollow up with previously sold clients to earn repeat and referral business while maintaining the highest customer satisfaction standards possible, striving for perfection with each transactionStay current on required dealer group and manufacturer trainingOther duties as assigned by store leadershipQUALIFICATIONSMust be 18 years of age or older to meet insurance requirements for operating a motor vehiclePossession of authorized documentation required to gain employment, in addition to having a current, valid CA-issued Driver’s LicenseMust submit to and adequately pass a pre-employment background and MVR screen prior to employmentOpen availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays knowing that employees are required to stay until the customer’s purchase is complete and their satisfaction ensuredHigh school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree preferred3+ years of experience in a customer-facing role required with experience in retail, sales, marketing, and customer service being preferredAbility to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes: standing, sitting, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, etc.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to construct emails and messages in a professional and inviting mannerHas the competitive spirit, drive, outgoing personality, consistency, and resilience to meet monthly sales objectives while following a daily work planCOMPENSATIONPAID TRAINING for your first 3 months – Earn while you learn!Competitive pay plan that pays on volume – the more you sell the more you earn!Opportunities to earn monthly and quarterly spiffs from the dealership and from the OEMYearly bonus opportunity based on overall store performance