Automotive Sales Manager - Tenvoorde Ford

Tenvoorde Ford, Inc.•Saint Cloud, MN

About The Position

Tenvoorde Ford is seeking a hardworking, friendly, team-oriented Automotive Sales Manager with a strong desire to drive results. The manager is responsible for improving sales and operations while adapting to changes in the automotive business. The role involves supporting and developing the sales team, maintaining customer satisfaction, and finding opportunities to close more deals. Candidates must have at least three years of automotive sales management experience and a proven track record of dealership growth.

Requirements

At least 3 years of automotive sales management experience; candidates without this experience will not be considered.
Proven track record of dealership growth.
Exceptional ability to use and manage a CRM and produce deals from it.
Strong computer skills with automotive digital programs, including Dealertrack, vAuto, CRM, and FMCdealer.
Proven background in consistently and effectively training sales staff.
Strong communication skills and professional demeanor.
Proven track record of successful selling, producing results, and leadership.
Team-oriented approach and ability to build teamwork on the sales floor.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Improve sales and operations, adapting to changes in the automotive business.
Use automotive software programs effectively and work the CRM to identify and close deals.
Maintain high customer satisfaction.
Assist the sales team with sales processing and completion, including desking deals, appraising trades, and closing TOs.
Greet customers early in the sales process, hold effective one-on-ones with sales staff, and provide coaching in the moment.
Train and supervise the sales team.
Work with management staff to create campaigns that generate supplemental sales.
Find and close additional deals.
Reinforce company policies and lead by example.
Attend manager meetings.
Work to improve personal performance on a daily basis.