Used Car Sales Manager - GPI

Group 1 Automotive, Inc.•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bob Howard Buick/GMC, part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail, is looking to add a dynamic Used Vehicle Sales Manager to their team. Group 1 Automotive, a Fortune 250 company, is a leading operator of automotive dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. The company values integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork and respect. All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, and drug testing to qualify for employment. Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

Two or more years of previous experience in Automotive Sales Management preferably in the used car department.
Proficient at operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office: E-mail, Excel and Word.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
A desire to work in a commission, performance-based, environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.
Great attitude with high-energy personality.
Excellent customer service skills.
Professional appearance and work ethic.
Ability to work well in a process driven environment.
Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written.
All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment

Nice To Haves

ADP Dealer Services Experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Meet monthly forecast for sales volume and sufficient gross to meet profit objectives.
Create and organize all sales activities for the Used Car Sales department.
Recruit, hire and develop a retail sales force.
Establish a positive relationship with customers.
Maintain vehicle inventory and days’ supply.
Ensure that salespeople are informed of all used inventory and current advertising efforts, including rebates and incentives.
Appraise all incoming used vehicles.
Ensures that cosmetic and mechanical reconditioning is performed within the dealership’s cost and time limitations.
Plans and controls the display of used vehicle inventory.
Establishes and controls wholesaling activities.
Work with the General Manager to forecast monthly sales and expenses.
Enthusiastically assist sales people in customer interactions.
Enhance customer satisfaction during the entire purchase experience.
Supervise used car sales associates to ensure individual and department sales quotas are met.
Partner with the Financial Services Department to develop and coordinate best practices for the most efficient and effective sales approach.
Keep informed of auto auction activity and prices and attend auctions on a regular basis.
Assist used car sales associates in closing sales as needed.
Other duties may be assigned by management.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company’s Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors.