Sales Consultant
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $30,000.00 - $120,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Optional disability coverage
401k plan
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Swickard is a premier hospitality-focused automotive dealership group founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, Oregon. Specializing in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, and Land Rover, Swickard is recognized as one of the fastest-growing dealership groups in the United States by Automotive News. As a hospitality company at its core, Swickard seamlessly combines exceptional customer service with automotive sales, parts, and service, establishing a unique approach that transforms the typically stressful car-buying process into a welcoming and enjoyable experience for customers. The company prides itself on its team-oriented culture, where every member plays... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of one year of sales experience, preferably in automotive or related fields
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to work Sunday through Saturday shifts
- Physically capable of standing and walking for extended periods
- Ability to reach, bend, and occasionally lift or move materials
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- Demonstrates a high hospitality quotient consisting of kindness and optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity
- Minimum of one year of experience in automotive sales or comparable sales experience
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
- A passion for the automotive industry and a genuine desire to help customers
- Excellent product knowledge and the ability to learn about new vehicle features quickly
- Self-motivated, with a drive to succeed and achieve sales targets
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
Job Duties
- Greet and qualify potential customers, establishing rapport and identifying their needs and preferences
- Conduct thorough needs assessments, understanding budget, desired features, and intended vehicle use
- Showcase vehicles, highlighting features and benefits that align with the customer's needs
- Answer questions about vehicle specifications, performance, and technology
- Offer test drives and demonstrate vehicle operation
- Negotiate the sale price, financing options, and trade-in value if applicable
- Secure customer commitment through a purchase agreement
- Follow up with customers after the sale to ensure satisfaction and build long-term relationships
- Maintain a deep understanding of the dealership's inventory, including features, pricing, and competitive advantages
- Stay informed about market trends, competitor offerings, and new vehicle launches
- Develop and implement sales strategies to meet individual and dealership sales targets
- Utilize the dealership's CRM system to track customer interactions and sales progress
- Participate in marketing initiatives, such as attending sales events or showcasing vehicles at community gatherings
- Assist with preparing vehicles for sale, ensuring cleanliness, proper signage, and more
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor throughout the workday
- Adhere to all dealership policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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