Sales Manager - AutoNation Ford Bellevue

AutoNation • Bellevue, WA

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About The Position

The Sales Manager has the opportunity to lead a sales team to create an exceptional experience for customers. This role is responsible for selecting, training, coaching, developing and retaining the very best Sales Associates for the store and driving a high-level of performance among the sales team to increase market share, achieve targeted unit sales and profit margins while delighting every Customer along the way.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proven success in auto retail sales
• Proven leadership ability to mentor and train others
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Ability to drive an exceptional Customer experience
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization and follow-up skills
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record

Responsibilities

• Leading yourself and the team in a way that supports AutoNation’s Vision and Mission
• Setting a clear vision and goals for the sales team to achieve targeted performance in new and used vehicle sales and profit
• Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals, performance expectations and AutoNation best practice processes
• Driving the business through a high-level of involvement in the day-to-day operations
• Managing the negotiation process with Sales Associates ensuring that customers understand their vehicle purchase options and pricing
• Appraising vehicles for trade
• Managing all three areas of customer traffic: Showroom, E-Commerce, and Phones
• Partnering with General Manager and/or General Sales Manager to plan and manage new and used vehicle inventory
• Assisting in managing controllable expense elements for the New and Used Vehicle Departments
• Analyzing the business to determine shortfalls and developing action plans to improve performance

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees