Automotive Sales Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and sales-driven Automotive Sales Associate to join our team at Serra Kia Trussville. This is a full-time sales role in the auto industry located in Birmingham, Alabama. As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for promoting and selling our Kia brand vehicles to potential customers. We are looking for someone with excellent communication, customer service, and negotiation skills to help drive our sales growth and meet our company's objectives. This is an individual contributor role that offers a competitive compensation package with potential earnings of $50,000 to $150,000 per year.

Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package, with potential earnings of $50,000 to $150,000 per year
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases

Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist customers who visit the dealership, providing excellent customer service
- Conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives for interested customers
- Educate customers on vehicle features, specifications, and pricing information
- Follow up with potential customers to close sales and secure deposits
- Negotiate and finalize sales, including financing options, to achieve targets and maximize profit
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of all Kia vehicles and their features
- Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and goals set by the dealership
- Participate in ongoing training and development programs to improve sales skills

Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
- Minimum of 1-2 years of sales experience in the automotive industry
- Excellent communication, customer service, and negotiation skills
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers
- Basic knowledge of automotive features, specifications, and financing options
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

EEOC Statement:
Serra Kia Trussville is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees based on qualifications, performance, and business needs, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success as a company.