Kendall Ford General Sales Manager

Kendall Dealership Holdings • Eugene, OR

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About The Position

Kendall Ford of Eugene is seeking an experienced General Sales Manager to lead and grow its sales department. The role involves coaching and supporting sales staff, helping close sales, negotiating vehicle prices, appraising incoming vehicles, selling finance products, and performing Finance Manager duties, including arranging financing and handling paperwork and contracts in transit. The manager will also conduct sales meetings and training, supervise staff to ensure compliance with policies and procedures, maintain an efficient and profitable vehicle inventory, organize and control dealership sales activities, and stay current with laws and regulations affecting vehicle sales.

The position suits a confident, driven leader with proven automotive sales success, strong customer service and communication skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to complete work promptly. Work is primarily indoors and may involve spending up to a full shift on a PC, standing or walking short distances, and frequent telephone use. The schedule includes evenings and weekends, and extended hours are often required without advance notice. The role requires a valid driver's license and a good driving record, as well as the ability to operate cars, trucks, vans, and hybrid vehicles with both automatic and manual transmissions.

Kendall Auto Group is a family-owned and operated dealership group serving Alaska, Oregon, Montana, Washington, and Idaho. It has sold and serviced vehicles since 1937 and describes its mission as delivering an unrivaled customer experience while supporting the communities in which it operates.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of work experience, with demonstrated success in vehicle sales.
• Proven success in automotive sales and strong leadership skills.
• Previous management experience is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organization, and the ability to complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality and treat customers respectfully.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to operate cars, trucks, vans, and hybrid vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends; extended work hours are often required without advance notice.

Nice To Haves

• Previous management experience.

Responsibilities

• Grow the sales department through coaching and supporting salespeople.
• Assist sales staff in closing sales and participate in vehicle price negotiations.
• Appraise incoming vehicles.
• Sell finance products and perform Finance Manager duties, including arranging financing and handling paperwork and contracts in transit.
• Conduct sales meetings and training.
• Supervise sales staff and ensure compliance with dealership policies and procedures.
• Maintain an efficient and profitable vehicle inventory.
• Plan, organize, and control dealership sales activities.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with laws and regulations affecting vehicle sales.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plan including salary plus commissions.
• Substantial monthly bonus program.
• Competitive paid time off and paid personal leave.
• Career path development opportunities.
• Discounts on parts, service, and vehicle purchases for immediate family.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Fidelity.
• Accident and illness supplemental plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed