Sales Manager - Automotive

Mercedes-Benz of Westminster has an immediate need to fill a Sprinter Sales Manager position. This is a rare opportunity to a top producing Mercedes-Benz dealer in the state. Our organization provides not only an exceptional experience to its external customer but is equally committed to providing an exceptional experience to its internal customers – its team members. Our ownership has crafted a core management team who share in the belief that the success of Mercedes-Benz of Westminster is created within each of its people. This is a rare opportunity and we are committed to finding the right candidate for this role.

COMPANY BENEFITS:  

• Owner and Top Leadership with company since opening in 2003


• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision


• 401(k) with 50% company match of first 4% of contribution


• Culture of Coaching and Mentoring


• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays


• Team Pricing on Vehicles, Parts & Service


• Competitive Salary with exceptional bonus structure and incentive

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintains teamwork in a customer-focused sales environment throughout the sales, delivery, and follow-up process. 


• Provides effective communication throughout the new Sprinter Sales department as well as inter-departmentally. 


• Provides proper product and training resources for salespeople on a regular and continuous basis. 


• Works with salespeople on programs that will increase the new-car gross and F&I penetration.  


• Develops incentive programs along with dealer and other managers.


• Helps salespeople close deals when necessary. 


• Completes deal settlement sheets and turns into accounting office in a prompt and timely manner. 


• Establishes and maintains standards for the delivery of vehicles to customers. 


• Provides dealer with accurate floor traffic control data on a daily basis. 


• Reviews inventory daily to ensure the proper mix of grounded stock for maximum turnover efficiency.


• Recommends to the general sales manager the Sprinter van inventory to be carried by color, model, and equipment, based on a variety of customer and market analyses. 


• Assists the used-vehicle department with trade appraisals as needed. 


• Directs merchandising and advertising efforts for the Sprinter van department in conjunction with the sales managers and dealer.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE   

• Proven leadership ability to a self starter and results driven individual


• Proven success in auto retail sales management


• Strong aptitude for logical thinking, including detailed problem solving skills


• Demonstrates self- assurance, self-confidence and a strong desire to work in a demanding but rewarding atmosphere


• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect new-vehicle sales. 


• Detail oriented and excels in a fast-paced, results driven environment


• Persistent and goal driven


• Experience as a sales manager


• Knowledge of Reynolds & Reynolds preferred


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record 


• Ability to pass drug testing and background check


• Professional appearance and work ethic 

Apply by responding to this ad and including a cover letter, resume and references