Retail Sales Representative (Lexington, KY)

Who We Are

We’re Dealer Tire, a family-owned, international distributor of tires and parts established in 1918 in Cleveland, OH. We’re laser focused on helping the world’s largest and most trusted auto manufacturers grow their tire business—in fact, we’ve sold more than 60 million tires to date. We’re a thriving company, and we’re looking for driven individuals to join our team. That’s where you come in!

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Turn Your Retail Sales Talent into a High‑Earning, Growth‑Focused Career

Are you a top performer in retail sales—skilled at building relationships, uncovering needs, and closing deals? Ready for a role that values your sales ability, rewards your hustle, and offers real career growth?

Dealer Tire, an industry‑leading, family‑owned company supporting premium automotive brands nationwide, is searching for driven, people‑focused professionals to join our team as a Retail Tire Sales Representative. If you thrive in fast‑paced customer‑facing environments, this could be the perfect next step for your career. You will join a team of over 550 Tire Sales Specialist nationwide—a community of high performers committed to safety, service, and growth.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You already excel at:

• Explaining products in a way customers understand.

• Building immediate rapport.

• Hitting sales goals.

• Staying organized and efficient.

• Solving problems for customers on the spot.

This role lets you apply all those strengths—with even better pay, stability, work‑life balance, and long‑term opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits That Stand Out

• Base pay: $28.34 –$30.85/hr to start.

• Target annual commission: $13,200.00

• Guaranteed commission for up to 2 months during onboarding.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 50% 401(k) match up to 7%.

• PTO eligibility after 30 days up to 19 days annually.

• 5‑day, 40‑hour work week.

• More personal time daily than the average retail or wireless role.

What You’ll Do

You’ll work inside a premium OEM automotive dealership, representing Dealer Tire as the go‑to tire expert. After completing a comprehensive, fully paid training program, you will:

• Engaging customers on the service drive and selling tires to exceed assigned goals.

• Performing quick tire inspections.

• Identifying and explaining tire related issues, recommending service, and quoting prices.

• Maintaining strong relationships with customers and dealership teams.

• Supporting store operations like inventory, opening/closing, and reporting.

If you can sell smartphones, accessories, or membership add‑ons—you can absolutely succeed here.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 2+ years of retail, service, or sales experience, automotive experience preferred.

• Outstanding verbal communication and customer service skills.

• A natural relationship builder with strong sales instincts.

• Comfortable using computer‑based tools and order systems.

Career Growth You Can Count On

Dealer Tire promotes an average of 114 team members per year in the Tire Store program. Your sales ability won’t just be recognized—it will launch you forward.

Ready to Level Up Your Sales Career?

If you are coming from wireless sales, retail sales, or any customer‑facing sales environment and want a higher‑earning, steadier, more rewarding path, this is your opportunity.

Apply today and build a career that recognizes your talent—and pays you well for it.

Why Dealer Tire: An amazing opportunity to join a growing organization, built on the efforts of hard working, innovative, and team-oriented people. The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The total compensation package may also include commission, bonus or profit sharing. We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet.

EOE Statement: Dealer Tire is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities. 

*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dealer Tire’s Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at 1-800-933-2537 x6550.

Why Dealer Tire: An amazing opportunity to join a growing organization, built on the efforts of hard working, innovative, and team-oriented people. The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The total compensation package may also include commission, bonus or profit sharing. We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet.

EOE Statement: Dealer Tire is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities. 

*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dealer Tire’s Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at 1-800-933-2537 x6550.