Sales Manager

Do you have a passion for developing talent, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As an Automotive Sales Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and in the lives of our team members and customers every day. We are looking for strong, energetic, people-focusedteam members who will help us redefine the car-buying experience. 

The primary role of the Sales Manager is to operationally manage and drive the success of the new and used car department's through developing sales consultants, working with third party vendors and achieving monthly sales quotas. This position floats between both new and used cars. 

• Work directly with our employees and customers to develop relationships and help bridge disconnects in the sales process
• Build rapport with customers to build a base of referrals to establish customer network
• Provide training and support to the sales staff and assist in closing sales
• Help manage all aspects of the sales department and inventory lot
• Order and purchase vehicles for the new car inventory lot and buy used car's from auction or off lease
• Work with lot attendants to ensure all vehicles are properly tagged and positioned 
• Conduct trade appraisals and transport information into vehicle management system 
• Desk deals, track revenue logs, and manage retail delivery reports 
• Track record of staying within turn policy guidelines for inventory 
• Responsible for partnering with third party vendors and the service department to complete internal service work on used vehicles prior to entering lot inventory
• Prepare and administrator annual forecast and budget for new vehicle department
• Administer and monitor factory sponsored programs
• Prior sales consultant and F&I manager experience required 
• Ability to work in both new and used cars
• 3-5 years of automotive experience required 
• Must be able to create and maintain customer relationships
• Ability to handle a high volume of business with professionalism
• Experience and ability to handle conflict resolution
• Advanced computer skills with both Microsoft suite products and dealer management systems
• Build relationships with local and national vendors
• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a related field preferred
• MBA a plus

Company Benefits:

Pay and Recognition: 

• Semi monthly pay 
• Paid holidays & paid time off 
• Paid training 
• Stock Awards(select management and front-line team member’s eligible

Insurance / Retirement: 

• Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans 
• Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave) 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Health savings 
• Flex spending accounts (tax free) 
• Short-term and Long-term disability plans 
• Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term) 
• 401k with company match

Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development: 

• Digital career path tool to assist with career development 
• Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System 

Professional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages: 

• Student loan relief resources 
• Employee assistance program 
• Employee discounts on parts and service repairs 
• Scholarship awards 
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours 
• Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunities