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Sales Representative

Paramount Lead Solutions
Des Plaines, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2025

About Us

Paramount Lead Solutions is a disruptor in the automotive sales industry, working with automotive manufacturers, dealer groups, and dealerships across the country. We provide cutting-edge solutions in lead generation, lead conversion, marketing, and sales enablement. Simply put, we help dealerships sell more cars by driving showroom traffic and converting leads into sales.

We are one of the fastest-growing sales organizations in the industry, and we are looking for sales-driven, ambitious professionals to join our team.

What Makes Paramount Different?

Our work environment fosters:

  • Growth Opportunities (career progression is the cornerstone of our organization)
  • Aggressive Sales Culture (we thrive on results and reward effort)
  • Cutting-Edge Sales Techniques (work with AI-powered tools, automation, and innovative solutions)

Job Details: Sales Representative

We are hiring Sales Representatives to join our high-energy team and begin their journey in sales excellence. This is not your average role—at Paramount, we offer the chance to control your own destiny with uncapped commission and career growth opportunities.

What You’ll Do

  • Sell, Sell, Sell: Your main goal is to set high-value appointments and convert leads into showroom traffic for dealerships.
  • Master the Sales Process: From day one, you’ll learn sales fundamentals, appointment setting, objection handling, and closing techniques designed to maximize your sales.
  • Grind Every Day: This role requires hustle. You’ll be making calls, generating leads, and pushing for results. The harder you work, the more you earn—your income is in your hands.
  • Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work alongside different departments to ensure seamless customer experiences and satisfaction.
  • Exceptional Customer Service: Use your strong communication skills to build relationships with clients and deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Career Growth: Begin as a Sales Representative and work your way into roles in outside sales, marketing, technology, or management. At Paramount, growth isn’t just possible—it’s encouraged.

Who We’re Looking For

  • Grinders and Closers: We want individuals who thrive on hard work, love the thrill of closing deals, and live for sales. This is a role for people who are willing to put in the effort to reap the rewards.
  • Sales-Driven: Whether or not you have prior sales experience, you need to be goal-oriented, motivated, and ready to hustle.
  • Eager to Learn: You don’t need sales experience, but you do need ambition. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to be a top performer.
  • Competitive Mindset: We thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. If you love competition and achieving big results, you’ll fit right in.

Qualifications

  • Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate with clients and internal teams.
  • Experience with CRM Software: Ability to efficiently use CRM systems to manage leads and track performance.
  • Driven by Results: Your success is determined by your effort and commitment to hitting sales targets.
  • Team Player: Willingness to collaborate with colleagues to achieve company goals.

Career Roadmap at Paramount

This is more than just a job—it’s a career with a path for growth. Starting as a Sales Representative, you will work your way up through a structured program designed to bring out your best. From account management to outside sales, marketing, technology, or operations, the opportunities are endless for those who are willing to put in the work.

  • Sales Representative: Learn the ropes of appointment setting and automotive sales.
  • Senior Sales Representative: Once you master the basics, move on to higher-value accounts.
  • Account Executive/Outside Sales: Manage key dealership relationships and drive results in person.
  • Technology, Marketing, or Operations: As Paramount grows, so will your opportunities to transition into leadership, tech, or marketing roles.
  • Sales Management: Take charge of a team of closers and lead them to success.

Exceptional Training and Mentorship

You’ll have the opportunity to learn from industry veterans like our owner, Dave Dini, who has spent over 30 years in sales, coaching and training individuals to maximize their potential. The lessons you’ll learn at Paramount—sales tactics, networking, and negotiation skills—are transferable to any future career.

What We Offer

  • Uncapped Commission: Your earnings are tied directly to your effort. If you’re a closer, you can easily out-earn the competition.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: We offer fast tracks into management, outside sales, and even executive roles. You control how far you go.
  • 401(k) with Matching: We help you invest in your future.
  • Health Insurance: Medical coverage to support your well-being.
  • Flexible Schedule: This isn’t your typical 9-5. You’ll have the flexibility to schedule your time effectively to hit your goals.

Job Requirements

  • Commitment to Sales: This is a sales-first role. You must be ready to dive into lead generation, cold calls, and driving appointments for dealership partners.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: You need to know how to sell over the phone, build relationships, and handle objections confidently.
  • Driven by Results: You are your own boss when it comes to how much you want to earn.
  • Ability to Relocate or Commute: This position is in Des Plaines, IL. Reliable transportation or a willingness to relocate is required.

Schedule

  • 8-hour shift: Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ready to become your best version?

If you’re looking for a career in sales with uncapped earning potential, a path for career growth, and a chance to work for a disruptor in the automotive industry, then Paramount Lead Solutions is the place for you. This role is for driven, competitive, and ambitious individuals who are ready to take control of their future.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $41,600.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Monthly bonus
  • Performance bonus
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Weekly bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • Tell us about a time you overcame a major challenge or setback in your life or career. What motivated you to push through?
  • Why are you passionate about sales, and what makes you stand out from others in this field?
  • At Paramount, our core value is helping our employees become the best version of themselves. What does that mean to you, and how do you strive to achieve that in your personal or professional life?

Ability to Relocate:

  • Des Plaines, IL 60018: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,600 - $82,000

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