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Automotive Sales Manager

Kunes Auto Group
Galesburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026
Description:

Drive Your Career Forward with Us!

Kunes Auto Group, the fastest growing dealership in the Midwest is seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to lead our high-performing dealership sales team. If you’re passionate about cars, know how to motivate a sales floor, and have a proven track record of hitting and exceeding goals, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and Develop Sales Team: Recruit, train, and coach a team of automotive sales consultants to meet and exceed monthly sales targets.
  • CRM (VinSolutions): Work the CRM ensuring new and past customer follow up; unsold showroom visits, previous customers, lost deals.
  • Set Sales Strategy: Create and execute action plans to drive showroom traffic and improve closing ratios.
  • Inventory Management: Oversee vehicle inventory, demo units, and lot presentation to ensure optimal selection and display.
  • Deal Structuring: Review and approve all car deals, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Experience: Ensure an exceptional customer experience from test drive to delivery.
  • Marketing & Promotions: Collaborate with marketing to launch local promotions and campaigns that attract car buyers.
Requirements:

Requirements

  • 3 years of previous auto dealership Sales Management experience is required
  • Proficiency with CRM software is required
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
  • Proven ability to analyze sales reports, forecasts, and market trends
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Valid driver’s license and (if required) state sales license
  • High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

  • College degree preferred
  • Equivalent experience in retail automotive management considered

What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay: Up to $120K annually Vehicle Allowance
  • Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible scheduling
  • Daily Pay Option: Access your earnings anytime
  • Employee Discounts: Save on vehicles, service, and parts
  • Career Growth: Internal promotions and professional development encouraged
  • Support Programs: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your automotive sales career and lead a team to success, we want to talk to you.

Background check required. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $120,000

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