Automotive Sales Associate

Lum's Auto Center•Mcminnville, OR

7d•$48,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Automotive Sales Associate Location: Lum’s GMC — McMinnville, Oregon ATTENTION!!! Bartenders, servers, cellular and timeshare sales associates, hospitality pros, and anyone with strong customer service experience — your skills are highly transferable, and we want to talk to you! Are you passionate about helping people and ready to accelerate your career? If you answered yes, then come check out our dealership and take us for a test drive! Welcome to Lum’s GMC, part of the Lum Family of Dealerships — a high-volume, fast-paced, and community-driven dealership group serving customers since 1969. With continued growth and success, Lum’s GMC in McMinnville, Oregon is expanding its Sales Team, and we want motivated, customer-focused individuals like you to join us! No automotive experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive training to help you build a successful career in automotive sales. To thrive in this role, you should be fun, loyal, empathetic, professional, and personable — with a genuine passion for helping people. We’re looking for straight shooters who value direct communication, say no to neutral, and take pride in serving their community. If you’re someone who connects easily with people and genuinely wants to help customers find the right vehicle, you’ll fit right in at Lum’s GMC. At Lum’s GMC, we make every customer a customer for life. Our employees are the heart of that promise — we believe that happy employees make happy customers. Our team is proud to serve McMinnville and surrounding communities through sponsorships and partnerships with organizations like the Jason Goodding Memorial Fund, Yamhill County Fairgrounds, Cruising McMinnville, See Ya Later Foundation, With Courage, Yamhill Carlton Together Cares, MV Advancements, Willamette Valley Cancer Foundation, the McMinnville Chamber, and the Amity Education Foundation. If you’re ready to join a dealership that values community, teamwork, and growth — step on the gas and apply today! The Lum Family of Dealerships. CARS. KINDNESS. COMMUNITY.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (some college a plus)
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record (required)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Customer service or sales experience (1 year minimum)
Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen (we do not test for THC)
Professional appearance
Positive, friendly, empathetic attitude
Great Communication skills
Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills a plus

Responsibilities

Sell and lease new and pre-owned vehicles in accordance with dealership standards for volume, gross profit, and customer satisfaction.
Approach and greet customers, offer assistance, and listen carefully to understand their needs.
Present and explain vehicle options, performance features, and benefits.
Offer and coordinate test drives while ensuring compliance with dealership procedures.
Prepare and process sales documentation accurately and efficiently.
Ensure every customer receives a professional, transparent, and satisfying purchase experience.
Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and encourage repeat/referral business.
Stay current on vehicle features, accessories, and trends within the automotive industry.
Maintain a professional appearance and represent Lum’s GMC with integrity and enthusiasm.

Benefits

Medical insurance (Employer currently pays 90% of employee-only premium on the base plan)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan (after one year of employment)
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Employee Discounts
Holiday Savings Plan
Employee Demo Program
Employer Donation Matching
Employee Referral Program
Fun Work Environment
Guaranteed salary during training (first two months)
5-day work week
Comprehensive training and career development
Advancement opportunities — grow your career with us!
Aggressive pay plan— top performers make over $125K annually!
Supportive, fun, and team-oriented work environment