Experienced Automotive Dealership Sales Manager | Leader Automotive Group, Chicago, IL

Experienced Automotive Dealership Sales Manager Jobs Chicago, IL

Leader Automotive Group
Chicago, IL

Leader Automotive Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of the publicly traded company AutoCanada, marks AutoCanada’s initial venture into the U.S. market. Presently, we operate 10 dealerships with 23 distinct franchises and a team of over 800 employees. Our presence is robust in the Chicagoland area, where we have 8 dealerships, complemented by 2 additional dealerships in central Illinois. As we embark on a new and thrilling journey in the U.S. market, we are on the lookout for skilled individuals. We are actively seeking an experienced Sales Manager to join our dynamic team and help us meet our sales and CSI goals as we progress into 2024. We offer a highly competitive compensation plan alongside an outstanding benefits package.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • BCBS Health & Wellness Discounts/Programs
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off / Vacation
  • Growth / Advancement Opportunities
  • Employee Vehicle Purchase Policy
  • Above Average Industry Pay
  • Publicly traded organization / stability
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Unique/Competitive Pay Plan
  • Base + Commission Pay Structure
  • Paid Training

The position requires an assertive and self-driven leader with a proven track record in sales, team development, business growth. You must have a passion for:

  • Structuring deals & working with customers
  • Creating results and accomplishing goals
  • Working one on one with sales associates
  • Driving retention and gross profit

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that the dealership meets its new and used vehicle sales quotas and its objectives on a daily, monthly, and annual basis, by personally getting involved.
  • You will be expected to accomplish sales objectives through planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing the activities of the new and used vehicle sales departments.
  • Focus on employee retention and employee development practices.
  • CRM engagement and discipline
  • Achieve planned unit sales volume by offering balanced and representative vehicle inventories.
  • Achieve profit goals by meeting levels of gross profit per unit.
  • Ensure that the sales team communicates with clients utilizing various methods such as follow-up phone calls, letters, email marketing, etc.
  • Establish goals for Sales Consultants.
  • Ability to train and mentor others
  • Build and maintain full knowledge of and enthusiasm for the products and services of the dealership.
  • Maintain an accurate website vehicle inventory on a daily basis.
  • Promote aftermarket sales

Qualifications

  • Must have at least 2 years of experience in Sales Management in a dealership.
  • Great communication skills
  • Experience with bank finance
  • Working knowledge of CRM and DMS systems
  • Leadership skills with a real passion for training fellow employees
  • Enthusiasm with high energy throughout the sales workday
  • Goal-oriented, friendly personality, especially when negotiating pricing
  • Attention to detail and problem solving capabilities
  • Quality customer service, communication, computer and basic math skills
  • Clean driving record & valid driver’s license

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic safeguarded by federal, state, or local laws.

***YOUR INCOME RANGE MAY VARY BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE***

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  • Company
    Auto Jobs
  • Location
    Chicago, Illinois
  • Posted
    1 month ago
  • Category
    Sales / Management
  • Region
    Great Lakes