Ford Sales Trainee
About The Position
Priority Ford in Norfolk is looking for a friendly, upbeat, customer-focused Salesperson to join our team — no automotive experience required! If you’re the type of person who greets others with a smile, enjoys helping people, and brings positive energy everywhere you go, we can teach you the rest. At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!
Requirements
- Someone who naturally makes customers feel welcome and comfortable
- A genuine people-person who loves starting conversations
- Great attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
- Strong communication and active listening skills
- Professional appearance and a team-first mindset
- High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required
- We are a drug free workplace
- We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers with a friendly smile and genuine interest
- Learn customers’ needs and help them find the right vehicle
- Build relationships and follow up with customers
- Maintain knowledge of vehicles and dealership processes (training provided!)
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Lithia Learning Center
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Wellness Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
