Automotive Sales Representatives - TOP WORKPLACE

Crown Automotive Group•Lealman, FL

About The Position

APPLY TODAY FOR AUTOMOTIVE SALES OPPORTUNITIES AT CROWN Automotive Group! We're the ONLY Automotive Dealer Group within the Tampa Bay area recognized as a 2026 TOP Workplace, six years consecutively, and awarded this honor by our own teams! Come to work for us and see why our employees have awarded us this honor! Your Retail Sales or Customer Service experience, combined with a JOY for working with people, is the first step to being on your way towards a new opportunity with a great company! We are looking for passionate and motivated people to join our team in any of our locations throughout Pinellas County and we encourage all applicants with retail sales or customer service experience to apply for this opportunity! Experienced and Entry-Level Positions in Automotive Sales are available. We want you to be successful and enjoy your work as much as we do! So, why not take this opportunity to sell for one of the TOP Dealerships in the entire country? Our Dealership Brands in the St. Pete / Clearwater / Pinellas Park areas include: Nissan Buick GMC Hyundai Kia Jaguar - Land Rover Volvo Honda Mercedes-Benz (Eurocars) Acura Audi Please upload your resume of experience for priority review! Crown Automotive has 57 years in the business! We employ over 1000 people with many having 10+ years of experience with us! There is plenty of room to grow in this profession and within our company! Aside from Pinellas County, we also have locations in Tallahassee, Dublin OH, Chattanooga and Cleveland TN! At Crown Automotive Group, our culture is defined by our unwavering commitment to being 'Employee Centric'. We prioritize the well-being, growth, and happiness of every member of our team, because we understand that our employees are the driving force behind our success. With a focus on transparency, collaboration, and respect, we foster an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Join us and become part of a company culture where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your potential is limitless.

Requirements

Minimum SIX (6) months customer-facing retail sales or customer service experience is important, but not mandatory. We WILL train the right candidates for the exciting field of auto sales!
Attend product and sales training courses as requested by Sales Manager.
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
Honesty, Integrity, Commitment, Perseverance and the will to succeed!
Must know and understand the federal, state, and local laws which govern retail automobile sales
Basic computer proficiency
Professional appearance
Valid driver’s license of at least three years and clean driving record, no major infractions
Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
Applicants must pass pre-employment background checks including motor vehicle record, and drug screen

Nice To Haves

Outside sales experience is appreciated, but not required
Experience with customers of all income levels

Responsibilities

Greet customers in a friendly manner and listen to their requirements in order to match their vehicle needs with one in current inventory.
Accompany customer on test drives and demonstrate vehicle features and technology, describing all optional equipment available for customer purchase.
Build rapport with customers to build a base of referrals to establish customer network
Keep current on new products, features, accessories, etc., and their benefits to customers
Learn to overcome objections and thrive within sales situations.
Work the internet, phone and personal leads to convert them into auto sales.
Report directly to the Sales Manager regarding objectives and creative ideas and introduce him to the customer
Utilize dealership sales control and follow-up system.
Close the deal and complete all paperwork
Prepare sold vehicles for customer delivery prior to customer arrival then delivers vehicle to customer, ensuring that the customer understands the vehicle's operating features, warranty, and paperwork.
Introduce customers to service department personnel to emphasize to them the quality and efficiency of service repairs and maintenance available in the dealership's service department.
Maintain a prospect development system and CSI score equal to corporate requirements.

Benefits

Best pay plan in the area, with guarantee/draw for new sales representatives
Professional Automotive Sales Training
Medical, dental and vision insurance
NO Health Plan Price Increase in FIVE years!
January Health Plan 'Premium Holiday' for the past FIVE years
Based upon Plan Performance as a Group and individual tenure with Crown in previous year
Short Term / Long Term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) up to 28 days annually for tenured employees
The stability of an established company
Paid training
Ongoing professional development
Opportunity for growth and advancement
Cutting-edge sales technology and software
Opportunities to serve your community