BDC Sales & Receptionist

Clearwater, FL 33763

Posted: 01/28/2025

Employment: Full-time

Pay: 17.00-20.00/hr potential

Department: BDC

Experience: Intermediate

Company Description

Dimmitt has served the Florida Gulf Coast for over 100 years building generations of loyal customers and associates that have helped us get where we are today. Legacy, history, and lifestyle automotive are ingrained into the Dimmitt name, and Richard Dimmitt has proudly represented the family with an area network of dealerships spanning from Crystal River in the north, to St. Petersburg and Sarasota in the south. Join us today and let Dimmitt be the key to your success!

Job Description

We are currently seeking a representative to work in our Automotive Business Development Center. The Automotive BDC Sales & Receptionist Representative responds to inquiries via internet, phone, and visits to the dealership. He or she answers incoming telephone calls in a warm, helpful, and professional manner. Serves as primary receptionist for dealership Tues-Thurs 3:00pm to 7:00pm and 8:30am-6:00pm on Saturdays. This is a full-time role and remainder of weekly scheduled hours are as assigned by BDC Manager. Outgoing calls and incoming assigned tasks are part of the daily routine. This is a performance based position in a busy call center environment. In addition to providing the best possible automotive experience for our guests, our purpose is to make a difference in people’s lives. If you share that same relationship-based, servant’s heart attitude, this position is for you!

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and some call center experience is preferred. Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills and a talent for working with both staff and customers. Fluent English speaking and writing communication skills, good time management skills, and a professional appearance and behavior are required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules sales appointments
• Greets callers and guests with the upmost professionalism and customer service centered approach
• Contacts service customers after their visit to monitor quality control and satisfaction
• Maintains high customer satisfaction and retention
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Vision, Mission, and Values in all interactions with Guests and Associates
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Call center experience preferred
• Prior multi-line receptionist experience preferred
• Ability to handle prolonged periods of computer and phone usage
• Ability to follow script to ensure consistency and professionalism with all calls
• Strong organizational skills
• Professional appearance
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written instructions and information
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Excellent telephone manner with clear, concise, and professional communication skills
• Strong relationship building skills with a high degree of responsiveness and integrity
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software applications
• Enthusiastic team player
  
  

Benefits

Group Benefits eligibility for full-time associates is 1st of month after 60 days. The plan includes:

• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Telehealth
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Group Life and AD&D – Employer Provided
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee / Spouse / Child(ren)
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Accident/Critical Illness
• 401(K) - 3% Company Match on First Day of Enrollment / 10% vested after 1 year and 100% vested after 2 years
  
  

Wait, there’s more!

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Associate Discounts on Vehicle Purchases, Parts, and Service