What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Sales Consultant PAID TRAINING position at Parks of Gainesville?
What We’re Looking For (No prior experience needed)
Our award winning Sales department is looking for Sales Associates to join our team. No prior Automotive or Sales experience required, but is a plus! Our highly experienced management team is ready to train the right and dedicated individuals that are looking for a once in a lifetime opportunity at a future career path.
About Us
Parks Ford Lincoln and Hyundai of Gainesville, acquired by the Parks family in 2006, relocated to its brand-new, state-of-the-art, energy efficient facility in 2013. Selling new Ford, Lincoln, Hyundai, Genesis, and Pre-Owned vehicles, we consistently set sale records and lead our competition in Customer Satisfaction.
Parks Ford Lincoln and Hyundai strive to provide our customers with the best possible sales and service experience, so buying and owning a Parks vehicle is virtually stress free.
Here at Parks of Gainesville we pride ourselves in great company culture and great morale. We believe that work should be a stress free environment and a happy place.
What We Offer
- Opportunity for internal promotion and career growth with company
- Competitive pay plan
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- Full benefits including voluntary short and long term disability, dental, health, vision, medical
Responsibilities
- Greet and guide customer as they appear on the lot to proceed into the sales process
- Assist the customers to find a vehicle that meets their needs by using the current inventory information
- Enhance the sales process by demonstrating the vehicles features on the lot
- Assist customers in the completion of their sales applications
- Assist management to increase sales by inspecting the lot’s vehicles daily, reporting any problems to management
- Assist with sourcing, auctions and trade for our used vehicle inventory
- Assist management in ensuring the lot is merchandised correctly to maximize sales
- Provide training and support to the sales staff and assist in closing deals
- Direct report to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses.
Qualifications
- Previous automotive sales experience is a PLUS but absolutely NOT required
- Must have a clean & valid driver’s license
- Must be willing to submit to a drug screen prior to employment
- Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday
- Outgoing and friendly, especially while handling objections
- Quality customer service skills and sales track record
- Strong interpersonal and communications, in-person and over the phone
- Persuasive and able to overcome customer objections during the sales process
- Proficient in basic business math including percentages
- Capable of learning and using Microsoft Office, accounting software, and proprietary sales programs
- A personal laptop or tablet is highly recommended
- Persistent, competitive and good work ethic
- Focuses on the customer’s needs to enhance dealership and personal sales
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