AUTOMOTIVE SALES MANAGER
Competitive Pay | Career Growth | Lead a Winning Team
Why Kunes Auto Group?
At Kunes Auto Group, we believe in servant-minded leadership, supporting one another, and creating an environment where our team members feel valued, empowered, and able to grow.
As one of the fastest-growing automotive dealership groups in the Midwest with more than 40 locations, we invest in our people through competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and a culture built on teamwork and customer service.
Why Team Members Choose Kunes
- Competitive Base Pay + Uncapped Commission
- Monthly Volume Bonus Opportunities
- Unlimited Earning Potential
- Paid Training and Ongoing Professional Development
- Career Growth Opportunities Across 40+ Dealerships
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Supportive Leadership and Team Environment
- Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Communities We Serve
Position Summary
Kunes Auto Group is seeking an Automotive Sales Manager to lead our high-performing dealership sales team. If you're passionate about cars, know how to motivate a sales floor, and have a proven track record of hitting and exceeding goals, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing sales staff, inventory, and the customer buying experience—not just deal-desking alone.
Compensation
- Competitive Pay: $125,000+ annually (Salary + Commission + Vehicle Allowance)
- Bonus Opportunities Based on Team Performance
- Unlimited Earning Potential
Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, and coach a team of automotive sales consultants to meet and exceed monthly sales targets
- Work the CRM to ensure consistent follow-up on new and past customers, unsold showroom visits, and lost deals
- Create and execute action plans to drive showroom traffic and improve closing ratios
- Oversee new and used vehicle inventory, demo units, and lot presentation to ensure optimal selection and display
- Ensure demo and test-drive vehicles are properly maintained and always available for customers
- Review and approve all vehicle deals, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and profitability for both the dealership and the customer
- Manage the customer experience from first contact through delivery, resolving concerns quickly and professionally
- Run regular sales meetings and training sessions to keep staff current on products, promotions, and best practices
- Collaborate with marketing on local promotions and advertising campaigns to drive showroom traffic and sales volume
