Dealership Sales Manager | Beaverton Kia

Lanphere Enterprises, Inc.•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

Beaverton Kia—the only Kia dealership on Portland’s Westside—is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to take the wheel and drive success in both our new and pre-owned sales departments. Are you a proven, high-performing Sales Manager looking for your next great opportunity? As part of a high-volume, well-established import dealership, you’ll work alongside a professional, forward-thinking team committed to growth, customer satisfaction, and doing business the right way. If you have a "One-Person" background, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing people, we want to hear from you. With over 60 years of success, Beaverton Kia is part of a respected, family-owned dealership group with a long-standing reputation for integrity, innovation, and employee care. Here, you're not just managing a team—you’re shaping the future of a dealership that believes in doing things better. Enjoy competitive pay, strong benefits, and a culture that values people and performance. Lanphere Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as one of the premier retailers of automobiles, motorcycles, and related services and accessories in the Pacific Northwest. Our family of businesses includes Beaverton Honda, Beaverton INFINITI, Beaverton Kia, Beaverton Motorcycles, Canyon Road Auto Body, and Beaverton Auto Spa. Lanphere Enterprises, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected and valued. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

Demonstrated success in leading and motivating high-performance sales teams
Background in One-Person selling, Automotive Sales Management, F&I, or Used Car Management
Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of departmental financials
CRM fluency and working knowledge of automotive platforms and software
Outstanding communication skills: emotionally intelligent, clear, respectful, persuasive
Track record of meeting objectives and managing time, budgets, and personnel effectively
Valid driver's license and insurable driving record required

Nice To Haves

Proactive leadership and team development
Market awareness and inventory control
Customer-first mindset and retention strategies
Hands-on sales involvement including closing, desking, and negotiation alternatives
Data-driven decision-making and forecasting

Responsibilities

Lead daily one-on-ones with Sales Professionals and implement goals to achieve sales and gross profit targets
Conduct sales meetings, provide in-depth training, and model proven sales processes (meet & greet, CNA, demos, desking, non-negotiation value selling)
Monitor and coach performance, CRM usage, lead follow-up, and defector retention
Appraise trade-ins accurately, build proposals professionally, and present customer vouchers confidently
Oversee new inventory, sales forecasting, and 75-day supply turn
Deliver outstanding customer satisfaction and resolve concerns promptly
Partner with General Sales Manager to maintain and enforce dealership policies

Benefits

WEEKLY PAY
Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy – an industry leader in benefit offerings (employer pays more than 80% of the employee-only premium)
Income replacement insurance (short- and long-term disability), critical illness, accident, life, and more
Paid time off (start accruing on day one)
Take your Birthday off (BirthdayAway)
Employee purchase plan (vehicles, motorcycles/ATVs, service, parts, apparel, gear, and more)
Employee assistance program
Company-paid life insurance
Flexible spending plan or health savings account; daycare spending plan
Top rated 401(k) w/employer match
Years of Service Awards (be rewarded for your loyalty and longevity)
Pet insurance discount programs