Automotive Sales Associate, Future Team Leaders

Pecheles Toyota/Ford•Washington, NC

About The Position

Pecheles Ford and Toyota is hiring full-time Automotive Sales Associates, with a career development program intended to help employees advance beyond sales into management, finance, and administration. Automotive experience is not required; experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, public service, or other competitive environments may provide a foundation for success. The role includes fast onboarding and paid training with a dedicated Corporate Trainer. Associates work five days per week, with availability for flexible hours including Saturdays, and may earn performance-based rewards and additional bonuses during the first three months.

Requirements

Be driven, outgoing, and eager to learn new skills to meet and exceed sales goals.
Commit to excellent customer service, including creating and maintaining customer relationships.
Be available to work flexible hours, including Saturdays, five days per week.
Have a consistent record of attendance and punctuality.
Maintain professional attire and appearance.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have a clean driving record.
Be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Automotive experience is not required; backgrounds in hospitality, retail, customer service, public service, or other competitive environments can be a foundation for success.

Responsibilities

Provide professional, engaging, and knowledgeable vehicle presentations to deliver superior customer experiences.
Demonstrate vehicle technology and features.
Participate in continuing education and learning opportunities.
Meet sales and productivity goals.
Apply training to help customers select vehicles and make recommendations.
Accurately track and follow up on leads, prospects, and tasks using company-provided software and technology.
Inspect inventory regularly and report concerns.

Benefits

Paid training with a dedicated Corporate Trainer.
Competitive compensation with performance-based rewards.
Opportunity to earn up to $2,000 in additional bonuses over the next three months.
Career development and advancement opportunities into management, finance, and administration.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) plan, with early enrollment available after six months.
Paid time off and vacation, including three paid vacation days after the first six months.
Key holidays off.
Employee vehicle purchase program.
Discounts on products and services.
Fast onboarding process, typically three to five days.
Five-day workweek.