AutoNation Ford of Panama City Hiring Event for Sales Associates 11/9 & 11/10

AutoNation • Panama City, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

AutoNation Ford of Panama City is hiring Sales Associates to sell new and used vehicles while meeting gross profit, customer satisfaction, and sales volume standards. Associates help customers find vehicles that meet their needs, follow up with customers, and work toward personal income goals. AutoNation provides access to a national inventory of more than 100,000 new and pre-owned vehicles, a CRM, equity-mining tools, and relationships with more than 30 lenders. The role includes competitive commission pay and hands-on, digital, and classroom training to support development and advancement. A two-day hiring event is scheduled for November 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the posting says no experience is needed for the event and welcomes candidates with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Requirements

• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Drive to set targeted personal income goals consistent with AutoNation’s productivity standards.
• More than one year of automotive sales experience is listed in the requirements; the hiring-event description also says no experience is needed and encourages applicants with a willingness to learn.
• Proven ability to exceed established automotive sales and customer service goals.
• Excellent communication, consultative, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to follow up with customers.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Sales or customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sell new and used vehicles while meeting gross profit, customer satisfaction, and volume standards.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience and help customers identify a vehicle that fits their needs.
• Set personal income goals consistent with AutoNation’s productivity standards.
• Follow up with customers, including repeated follow-up as needed.
• Use AutoNation’s CRM, equity-mining tools, lender relationships, and vehicle inventory to support sales.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and commission pay plan.
• 401(k) matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
• Discount offers through YouDecide.
• Hands-on, digital, and classroom training.
• Career paths into finance, management, and other roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED