Automotive Sales Consultant

Sheehy Ford of Ashland

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Ashland, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Determine customer vehicle needs and guide them through the selling process to close deals. Maintain customer relationships via CRM and develop new business through personal marketing and networking.

Qualifications

You have excellent communication and customer service skills with a strong desire to succeed. You are an energetic, goal-oriented individual with a positive attitude and are motivated to achieve sales targets. Experience in customer-facing roles within any industry is welcomed as comprehensive training is provided.

Must Have Skills for ATS

CRM

Sales

Customer Service

Job Description

Sheehy Auto Stores is honored to win the 2024 and 2025 Richmond Times Dispatch, and Washington Post Top Workplaces Award!!!

Sheehy Auto Stores is one of the country's Top 30 Private Dealer groups representing some of the industry's best brands with over 27 locations. Sheehy Auto Stores prides itself on finding the best team members, both experienced and new to the industry, who have that desire to achieve. If this sounds like you, we want YOU to be part of our team!

Sheehy Ford of Ashland is a TOP Workplace and we are currently looking for Automotive Sales Consultants to join our family as we continue to grow! If you are a 'people person, who cares about delivering excellent customer service and is motivated to succeed, we will TRAIN you to be the BEST Sales Consultant!!! Individuals with experience serving customers in food/beverage, hospitality, retail sales, insurance, and real estate, just to name a few, have found SUCCESS in automobile sales! Just out of college or the military, considering a career in automotive sales can be a great opportunity for YOU! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! Energetic, highly motivated, result-driven team players encouraged to APPLY TODAY! Bi-lingual skills are a PLUS!!

Responsibilities

  • Determine each customer's vehicle needs by asking questions and listening
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for the vehicles and accessories
  • Lead customers through proven selling steps that close deals
  • Deliver vehicles to customers, ensuring the customer understands the product features, warranty, and paperwork to lay the foundation for customer loyalty
  • Maintain customer information and contacts in CRM
  • Follow-up with existing customers to build relationships that encourage repeat and referral business
  • Develop new business through focused personal marketing efforts through direct mail, networking affiliations, and telemarketing
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of pricing and specifications of competitive vehicles to provide clients with informative comparisons.

Requirements

  • Customer service and/or Sales experience in ANY industry is welcomed - excellent training is provided!
  • Be ambitious, energetic, goal-oriented and motivated to succeed
  • Excellent communication, customer service, and follow-up skills
  • Have a coachable, positive attitude, good work ethic, and professional appearance
  • Outgoing 'people person' passionate about sales and helping clientele.
  • Ability to hit sales quotas and closing percentages
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be authorized to work in the USA with a valid driver’s license
  • Able to pass pre-employment background checks, MVR, and drug screen

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach regarding our employees' Benefits. Our programs are designed to improve your life at work and at home.

  • $60,000 to $100,000+Annual Earning Potential
  • Bi-Weekly Salary plus Monthly Commission
  • Paid Training
  • Sales Recognition Program
  • Career Advancement Opportunity
  • Start earning PTO on your 1st day of employment
  • 401(K) with profit sharing
  • Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Maternity & Paternity after one year of employment

Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunities for all associates. We hire, train, promote, and compensate associates based on personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

Sheehy Auto Stores is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Sheehy Ford of Ashland

Sheehy Ford was opened in 1966 by Vincent Sheehy,III in Marlow Heights, MD next to the new D.C. Beltway. The store was immediately successful because of our customer commitment, and by 1975 had become the largest Ford dealership in the country. In the 1990's, several franchises were added with the Sheehy name. Today, we represent many quality brands throughout the Mid-Atlantic. We represent some of the best brands in the automotive industry, but it's our team members that make all the difference. Brand knowledge and quality customer service doesn't just happen. We take the time to hire the right people who share our commitment to customer excellence. Once we have identified you as a fit with the company, we provide the skills training necessary for you to be successful in a career with Sheehy. Join The Winning Team. SHEEHY One Team Building a Lasting Relationship With Each Customer Based on Trust. If you are a college graduate, looking for a company that offers the following... 1) Great sales experience, guiding customers who are making big financial decisions. 2) The opportunity to move through an organization quickly based on your drive and performance. 3) First year pay of $50K-$80K, with long-term income growth,limited only by your ability and desire. 4) The belief that we succeed when you succeed. 5) A retail environment with work/life balance. 6) Best-in-the-industry training within Sheehy University. Sheehy Auto Stores could be the company for you.
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