Sales Manger

Lithia & Driveway • Austin, TX

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About The Position

At Kia of North Austin, we win with People, Process, and Product. Our people show up hungry, our process drives results, and our product is Kia, one of the hottest brands in the industry, breaking records every single month. We are proud to be recognized by Automotive News as one of the Best Dealerships to Work For two years in a row. We are also a two-time current Silver LPG Winner, an honor given only to Lithia’s top performing dealerships nationwide. That makes us the best of the best. This is not the kind of dealership where you can hide in the pack. We operate with urgency, accountability, and focus. We expect leaders who push, coach, and close. If you are serious about performance and growth, you will thrive here. If you are looking for comfort or easy wins, this is not the role for you. As part of Lithia & Driveway (NYSE LAD), a Fortune 500 company and one of the fastest growing automotive retailers in the country, we combine local dealership culture with national scale. That means best in class benefits, career growth, and the resources to win at the highest level. As our Sales Desk Manager, you will: Lead, coach, and energize the sales team to exceed goals Work the desk with strong closing acumen to finalize deals quickly and profitably Drive a culture of urgency, accountability, and consistent performance Develop strategies that grow sales volume and profitability month after month Manage inventory and ensure the right product mix is showcased and sold Partner with the F&I team to ensure seamless deal flow and customer satisfaction Build strong customer relationships that create loyalty and repeat business Champion the dealership’s standards and keep the team sharp

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience as a New Car Manager with strong closing ability
• A positive attitude with the hunger to scale the business to new heights
• A track record of delivering results in a high energy, fast paced environment
• Ability to coach, challenge, and inspire a sales team to higher levels of performance
• Business minded, competitive, and driven to win
• Valid driver’s license
• 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

• Lead, coach, and energize the sales team to exceed goals
• Work the desk with strong closing acumen to finalize deals quickly and profitably
• Drive a culture of urgency, accountability, and consistent performance
• Develop strategies that grow sales volume and profitability month after month
• Manage inventory and ensure the right product mix is showcased and sold
• Partner with the F&I team to ensure seamless deal flow and customer satisfaction
• Build strong customer relationships that create loyalty and repeat business
• Champion the dealership’s standards and keep the team sharp

Benefits

• Competitive pay plan with performance bonuses
• Full suite of health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
• Continuous training and advancement opportunities through Lithia’s nationwide network

What This Job Offers

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