Automotive Sales Associate at Ford

Murgado Automotive Group • Chicago, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Murgado Ford of Chicago is hiring an Automotive Sales Associate to join their high-performing car sales team. This role is for a motivated sales professional who enjoys fast-paced retail environments and wants to build a career in auto sales. The position offers training, support, and strong earning potential. The associate will work directly with customers as a consultative car salesman/representative, helping them find the right Ford vehicle, financing, and options, while delivering an exceptional dealership experience.

Requirements

• Clear, confident communication and active listening skills.
• Customer-first mindset: Commitment to delivering a great dealership experience and building long-term relationships.
• Self-motivated: Goal-oriented, coachable, and comfortable working in a performance-driven car sales environment.
• Comfortable using computers, digital retail tools, and CRM systems to manage leads and follow-ups.
• Valid driver’s license required with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Prior sales experience is preferred but not required (customer service, retail sales, or auto sales experience is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers, identify needs, and provide a professional, consultative car salesman experience from first contact to delivery.
• Learn Ford vehicles, trims, technology, warranties, and competitive comparisons.
• Manage test drives, trade-in appraisals (as applicable), pricing discussions, and purchase paperwork in partnership with managers and finance.
• Introduce financing options and coordinate with the finance team to support a smooth close.
• Maintain communication to ensure satisfaction, answer questions, and generate repeat and referral car sales.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly automotive sales targets.
• Use CRM tools to track opportunities, appointments, and your auto sales pipeline.
• Participate in ongoing training and collaborate with sales, service, and finance to deliver a great customer experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: Base salary plus commission (earning potential based on performance).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vehicle, service, and parts discounts.
• Advancement opportunities within Murgado Ford of Chicago and the Murgado Automotive Group.
• Ongoing product and sales training to help you succeed in automotive sales.
• Supportive, performance-driven culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed