What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Sales Associate position at CORNERSTONE AUTO GROUP?
For over fifty years, Cornerstone Auto Group has experienced continuous growth and evolution through generations of family ownership. Being family owned has its rewards. We operate on a set of standards that you don't find at other dealerships. Our mission is to foster meaningful connections with both our customers and employees. Learn more about our story of success and dedication to excellence.
We are deeply committed to investing in the success of our team members. Through comprehensive programs and ongoing support, we empower you to grow both personally and professionally, helping you reach your full potential and advance your career. Our dedication to our people is reflected in the recognition we’ve received—being named a Top Workplace in Minnesota since 2018 and a Top Workplace USA since 2022, based on feedback from our own employees. We welcome experienced Automotive Sales professionals to join our high-volume store, where you can continue building on the strong relationships you’ve developed throughout your career.
Benefits that we offer:
· Paid Training and Development
· Paid Time Off (PTO)
· Flexible Schedule 40 Hour Workweek
· Career Path and Promotion Opportunities
· Free College Education through Strayer Online University
· Multiple health care options with corporate contribution
· Dental Insurance w/Corporate Match
· Free Basic Life Insurance valued at $15,000
· HSA
· 401K w/Corporate Match
· Vision Insurance
· Accident and Critical Illness
· Short- and Long-Term Disability
· Supplemental Life Insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
· Wellness Program with Fitness Discounts
· Auto Sales, Service, Parts, and Accessories Discounts
· Additional Employee Discounts and Perks
We are looking for a Sales Associate that can embrace our customer service philosophy and ensure we continue to provide unparalleled customer service.
Qualifications:
Primary duties will consist of but not limited to:
· Build relationships with customers
· Greet and guide customers at the dealership and assist with vehicle selection that meets their needs
· Effectively promote and demonstrate model options, features, value added products and services
· Conducts vehicle test drives ensuring all rules of the road are followed
· Negotiates sale in a clear, concise, and highly ethical fashion
· Maintains accurate sales documentation
· Update job knowledge through educational opportunities that are provided
· Attend all staff meetings
· Follow up and commit to customer relations after the sale
· Generate new business by prospecting, and making follow up calls to customer base and referral sources
· Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Customer service experience of one year
· Sales experience required
Qualifications and Requirements:
· Current, valid drivers license with driving record that meets insurance company standards
· 3 years of new or used auto sales experience
· Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
· Good working relations with customers by providing courteous, efficient and professional service
· Earn and maintain on-going industry and factory related training requirements
· Basic computer and internet skills
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Our Values: We value our relationships · We do whats right, whats honest · We aim for excellence · We listen to really understand · We take action · We show respect · We work as teams · We strive to improve, learn · We greet each day with gratitude · We celebrate what we do together
Salary : $60,000 - $150,000