Automotive Sales Manager
Job Location:
Orleans, LA - USA
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Job Summary
At Group 1 our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted challenged and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity transparency professionalism teamwork and respect you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.
IRA TOYOTA OF ORLEANSis part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified AUTOMOTIVE SALES MANAGER to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 500 company that offers a team environment great benefits and ongoing training and support for its associates. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity transparency professionalism and teamwork- now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend.
In addition to competitive pay we offer our associates the following benefits:
- Health Dental Vision Life and Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time-Off
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
- Professional work environment with job training and advancement opportunities
- Lead coach and motivate the sales team to achieve monthly and annual sales objectives.
- Recruit train and develop sales consultants to improve performance and customer service.
- Monitor sales activities key performance indicators (KPIs) and dealership profitability.
- Assist sales staff in closing vehicle sales and resolving customer concerns.
- Ensure an outstanding customer experience throughout the buying process.
- Manage inventory to maintain the proper mix of vehicles and maximize turnover.
- Collaborate with the Finance & Insurance (F&I) department to facilitate financing and product sales.
- Review deals for accuracy profitability and compliance with dealership policies.
- Analyze sales reports market trends and competitor activity to develop effective sales strategies.
- Establish pricing strategies and approve vehicle discounts within dealership guidelines.
- Maintain compliance with all federal state and local regulations governing automotive sales.
- Foster a positive high-performance team culture.
- High school diploma or GED required; bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field preferred.
- 35 years of automotive sales experience with prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
- Strong leadership coaching and team-building skills.
- Excellent communication negotiation and customer service abilities.
- Knowledge of dealership management systems (DMS) CRM software and inventory management tools.
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
Preferred Skills
- Sales leadership and team development
- Strategic planning and execution
- Negotiation and closing techniques
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Inventory management
- Financial and business acumen
- Performance analysis and reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions
- Full-time position with evening weekend and holiday availability as needed.
- Fast-paced dealership environment with both office and showroom responsibilities.
- Performance-based compensation with salary commissions and bonus opportunities.
Typical Salary (U.S.)
- Compensation $00 annually
*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks MVR and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*
Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Group 1 Automotive is one of the largest dealership groups in the US offering new & used cars from makes like Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Jeep, Ford, and more.
