Automotive Sales Consultant

All Star Ford Kilgore is looking for talented and outgoing Sales Representative to join our sales team. If you’re ready for a new challenge with great earning potential, Apply Today! Those who enjoy working with people will succeed. Those who aren't afraid to pick up the phone and cold call WILL SUCCEED!! Organizational skills are also vital as customer information must be continually documented within a database or CRM.

Responsibilities:

• Complete extensive training regarding the product line- Ford
• Maintain strong knowledge base of all new vehicle makes and models
• Interact and consult with customers to guide them through their vehicle purchase
• Create the best vehicle-buying experience to make lifelong customers
• Establish personal goals that are consistent with dealership standards of productivity, and devise a strategy to meet those goals
• Complete quotes, return email/voicemail, other administrative functions to include running credit applications and processing transaction paperwork
• Handle inbound leads (phone, internet) and direct to appropriate contact
• Contact present customers (phone, email) to maintain and improve customer loyalty
• Develop pipeline of sales and business opportunity leads through networking, cold calling, and referrals
• Work with sales department to develop sales strategies and techniques
• ‪Spend time with customers to determine their needs and discuss vehicle options
• ‪Commit to becoming an auto sales expert and gain in-depth knowledge of Ford vehicles and technology
• ‪Complete quotes and explain financing/leasing options for New and Used vehicles
• ‪Follow up with prospective customers and return email / voicemail

Job Requirements:

• The ideal candidate has a general sales background of some sort (electronics, appliances, etc.) or a hard working professional looking to make a career change
• Automotive sales experience is highly preferred, but not necessary for this role
• Quality customer service skills will be considered with steady work history
• Outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships (i.e., a “people person")
• Persuasive and able to overcome customer objections during the sales process
• High personal achievement standards
• Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software and internet proficiency
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills
• Professional Appearance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person