Kia Automotive Sales Consultant / Automotive Sales Associate
About The Position
Shottenkirk Kia of Quincy is actively hiring motivated Automotive Sales Consultants / Automotive Sales Associates to join their high-performing Kia dealership team in Quincy, Illinois. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with one of the fastest-growing automotive brands, known for its award-winning vehicles, industry-leading technology, and strong model lineup. The dealership is seeking energetic, customer-focused individuals who thrive in a fast-paced sales environment and enjoy building relationships. Candidates with experience in automotive sales, retail sales, hospitality, restaurants, customer service, call centers, wireless sales, or commission-based sales are encouraged to apply. While Kia experience is a plus, it is not required. The dealership provides paid training, strong leadership support, high showroom traffic, and ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated, coachable, and goal-oriented mindset
- Professional appearance and strong work ethic
- Ability to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record required
- Must be willing to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- Previous automotive sales experience preferred but not required
- Kia sales experience is a plus but not required
- Experience in retail sales, customer service, hospitality, restaurants, call centers, wireless sales, or commission sales is a plus
Responsibilities
- Build strong customer relationships and create customers for life
- Assist customers in selecting the right new or used vehicle based on their needs and budget
- Deliver professional vehicle presentations, walkarounds, and test drives
- Become knowledgeable on Kia vehicles, trim levels, EV models, financing options, lease programs, safety features, and automotive technology
- Educate customers on the features and benefits of Kia's award-winning vehicle lineup
- Follow up with customers to generate repeat and referral business
- Learn and apply proven automotive sales processes and objection-handling techniques
- Maintain strong communication with sales managers and dealership leadership
- Achieve monthly sales goals and customer satisfaction targets
- Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude every day
Benefits
- Earn up to $120,000+ per year
- Competitive commission and bonus structure
- Paid automotive sales training
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation and paid time off
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
- Career advancement opportunities
- Kia manufacturer training programs
- In-house professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
