Car Sales Person

Automotive Sales Consultant

Sam Leman Chevy Cadillac of Champaign
📍 Champaign, IL

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH THE LARGEST DEALER GROUP IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS

The Leman Automotive Group is one of the largest and most respected automotive groups in Central Illinois. Family-owned since 1963, we proudly operate 13 dealerships and employ nearly 700 team members across the region. With over 60 years of success, our continued growth is driven by one core belief—building lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and community.

We are currently seeking motivated, customer-focused individuals to join our Chevy Cadillac of Champaign sales team. If you are enthusiastic, professional, and eager to build a rewarding career in automotive sales, we want to meet you.

What We Offer

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  Guaranteed income during training

  
  


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  $60,000 – $150,000+ first-year earning potential

  
  


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  Five-day work week (Closed Sundays)

  
  


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  Ability to draw inventory from sister stores with 1,000+ pre-owned vehicles

  
  


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  Bonus and incentive programs, including employee vehicle purchase and lease plans

  
  


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  Active prospecting and follow-up department to support your success

  
  


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  Competitive starting wage

  
  


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  Full training with an experienced mentor and strong management support

  
  


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  Career growth opportunities across 13 dealerships

  
  


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  Comprehensive benefits package:

  
  
  
  
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    Medical, Dental, and Vision

    
    
  
  
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    Short- and Long-Term Disability

    
    
  
  
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    401(k)

    
    
  
  
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    FREE Life Insurance

    
    
  
  
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    Paid Time Off

    
    
  
  
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    Employee and local business discounts

    
    
  
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

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  Build strong relationships by delivering exceptional customer service

  
  


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  Identify customer needs through effective listening and questioning

  
  


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  Demonstrate vehicles, including test drives

  
  


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  Guide customers through the vehicle delivery process, ensuring understanding of features, warranties, and documentation

  
  


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  Maintain knowledge of inventory, features, accessories, and benefits

  
  


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  Coordinate with service and body shop departments to ensure timely vehicle reconditioning

  
  


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  Attend dealership and manufacturer training sessions and sales meetings

  
  


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  Maintain prospecting and owner follow-up systems to encourage repeat and referral business

  
  


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  Review performance regularly to improve time management and results

  
  


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  Understand automotive terminology and stay current on product and technology updates

  
  


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  Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations governing retail auto sales

  
  


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  Follow all company safety policies and promptly report any incidents

  
  

Qualifications

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  Automotive sales experience is NOT required

  
  


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  Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn

  
  


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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

  
  


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  Sales or customer service experience is a plus (restaurant, finance, account management, hospitality, etc.)

  
  


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  Professional appearance and demeanor

  
  


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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  


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  Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

  
  


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  Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

  
  

Why Join Us

We are the preferred dealer group in Central Illinois, known for outstanding customer satisfaction, quality service, and strong workplace culture. At Sam Leman Automotive Group, culture matters, and we are committed to helping our employees grow, succeed, and build long-term careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.