Tasca Chevrolet in Wheeling is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Automotive Sales Manager to lead our sales team and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a general understanding of financial management principles. This role requires strategic planning. The Sales Manager will be responsible for developing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and ensuring the overall success of the sales department. Competitive compensation and benefits. EOE
SUMMARY
Assumes responsibility for customer retention and profitability in the new- and used-vehicle profit centers. Fulfills responsibilities primarily through effective personnel management, knowledge of market potential, established performance standards, and a keen awareness of each department's break-even data
Responsibilities
- Hires, trains, supervises, and monitors the performance of the new- and used-vehicle department managers.
- Meets with sales to establish annual and monthly objectives.
- Ensures that sales managers (new and used) understand dealership policies, procedures, and sales systems.
- Provides feedback weekly to sales personnel.
- Works with dealer and general manager to determine appropriate days’ supply for new and used vehicles and orders/acquires vehicle inventory accordingly.
- Establishes standards for displaying, merchandising, and maintaining new and used vehicles.
- Establishes procedures for quick disposal of over-aged vehicles.
- Audits repair orders for used vehicles as needed to ensure prompt reconditioning.
- Meets with the general manager to review monthly forecasts and sales incentives
- Approves all sales incentives in writing before submitting them to the office.
- Addresses customer complaints to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Creates systems that ensure ongoing sales training, including weekly sales meetings.
- Audits all appraisals of trade-in vehicles.
- Reviews all deals before they are sent to the accounting office.
- Maintains a professional appearance.
- Attending managers’ meetings as requested.
- Other duties may be assigned
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
- Vision insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
- Health insurance: EE, EC, ES & Fam
- Group Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance - Long-term and Short-term
- Paid time off
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience Automotive Sales Manager or General Sales Manager
- Superior communication and customer service skills
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
- Maintain a positive, can-do attitude
- Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A.
- Must pass pre-employment background checks and screenings
