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Automotive Salesperson

Harte Hyundai
Old Saybrook, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026

Overview
Join our dynamic automotive sales team as an Automotive Salesperson, where your enthusiasm and expertise will drive customer satisfaction and business growth. In this role, you will be the key point of contact for prospective buyers, guiding them through the vehicle selection process, understanding their needs, and delivering exceptional service. Your energetic approach and strong communication skills will help build lasting relationships, foster trust, and close high-value deals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while showcasing your sales talent and automotive knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Engage with potential customers through outbound calls, in-person interactions, and online inquiries to generate a robust sales pipeline.
  • Conduct personalized vehicle demonstrations, highlighting features and benefits tailored to each customer’s preferences.
  • Negotiate terms of sale effectively, ensuring mutual satisfaction while maximizing dealership profitability.
  • Manage inventory control and assist with inventory management to ensure availability aligns with customer demand.
  • Utilize CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software to track leads, follow up on prospects, and maintain detailed customer records.
  • Upsell additional products and services such as warranties, insurance packages, and accessories to enhance customer value.
  • Collaborate with sales support teams and marketing to develop strategies for high-end sales and B2B (business-to-business) opportunities.
  • Maintain excellent phone etiquette and communication skills to foster positive customer interactions both on the phone and face-to-face.
  • Participate in public speaking engagements or community events to promote dealership offerings and build brand awareness.
  • Follow dealership policies on outbound sales efforts, inventory management, and retail math to meet sales targets efficiently.

Skills

  • Proven experience in automobile sales or retail sales with a strong understanding of the automotive industry.
  • Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to close high-end sales confidently.
  • Multilingual or bilingual abilities that facilitate communication with diverse clientele.
  • Strong organizational skills for managing a busy sales pipeline and inventory control processes.
  • Proficiency in CRM software systems for tracking leads, follow-ups, and customer data management.
  • Excellent customer service skills combined with effective public speaking capabilities.
  • Knowledge of dealership operations including inventory management, retail math, and inventory control procedures.
  • Ability to perform cold calling efficiently while maintaining professional phone etiquette.

Pay: $56,033.57 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $56,034 - $75,000

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