Automotive Sales Manager

Valenti Ford•Mystic, CT

18d•Onsite

About The Position

An Automotive Sales Manager is primarily responsible for supervising and motivating salespeople, as well as promoting and encouraging strategies to sell cars and other vehicles. They also perform typical manager duties, such as organizing schedules, training, interviewing, hiring, and setting goals. Valenti Ford is a family-owned and operated dealership serving southeastern CT and southern RI for over 30 years. Our company relies on Honesty and Integrity and putting the employees and customers first. We do things the right way. Founder Bob Valenti always said there is plenty of money to be made if you do business the right way and you'll always sleep well if you are honest and tell the truth.

Requirements

Previous dealership and management experience
CDK Software Experience
Vinsolutions Customer Relationship Management Experience
VAuto Pricing Tool Experience
Ford FMC Dealer Experience preferred
Microsoft Office 365 Experience
Training Sales Staff Skills
Enthusiasm with high energy and a positive attitude throughout the sales workday
Goal-oriented, friendly personality, especially when negotiating pricing
Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
Quality customer service, communication, computer and math skills
Clean driving record & valid driver’s license
Reliable transportation

Responsibilities

Hire, train, and manage a team of automotive salespeople
Coach salespeople on best practices for closing deals and provide guidance to improve sales performance
Set sales goals, track progress, and manage team to achieve and exceed those quotas
Provide training and support to the sales staff and assist in closing deals
Ensure customer satisfaction standards are met monthly
Assist with managing New and Used Car inventory (Pricing, Readying Vehicles, Lot Management & Marketing)
Assist with trading vehicles between Dealer Network