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Sales Associate

Mills Auto Group
Gastonia, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

SUMMARY

Looking for a job that combines competitive pay with good culture? Have you been considering the automotive industry but don't know how to break in? Are you a car enthusiast and have experience working in a fast pace environment?  Are you passionate about delivering a unique customer experience that creates a memorable and outstanding impression? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to talk to you. If you are looking for a change and want to be part of a winning team, apply today!

At DEALERSHIP NAME, you can expect to work on a team of dedicated employees. Our team works with a collaborative approach and encourages success amongst each of our members.

WE OFFER:

  • 60 Days Paid Training
  • Health, Dental, Medical
  • 401K
  • PTO  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Approach, greet, and offer assistance or direction to any customer who enters the dealership showroom or sales lot. 
  • Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses.
  • Explain product performance, application, and benefits to prospects.
  • Describe all optional equipment available for customer purchase.
  • Build strong rapport with customers. 
  • Perform high-quality, professional, and knowledgeable presentation and demonstration of new/used vehicles. 
  • Learn to overcome objections, close sales, and perform all other steps of the sales process in accordance with company standards.
  • Report to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Previous dealership experience is a huge plus
  • Comfortable with compensation based on commission sales
  • Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday
  • Outgoing with a friendly personality, especially while handling objections & negotiating pricing
  • Must have a clean & valid driver’s license
  • Must be willing to submit to a background check to employment.

About the Dealership

Mills Auto Group understands rapid growth in the automotive space. Family-owned and operated for the past 13 years, we are proud to have grown from 1 store to 13. Most of our team of dedicated and motivated leaders have been with us since the beginning, most starting in entry-level roles themselves. We understand the importance of employee growth and promote from within often.

In addition to career development, at Mills Auto Group, you are recognized for your accomplishments. We have quarterly and yearly employee appreciation events. We participate in Degrees at Work and fund our employees’ college education!  We encourage you to get involved with our community outside of the office as well – whether you choose to participate in the Boys and Girls Club, Wounded Warriors, or Support Future Leaders, there is always an opportunity for our employees to help our community.

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