Automotive Sales Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We've recently changed our offered benefits and wages to stay competitive with the rising hiring demands. We're looking for the best to grow our family here at Palmen and our wages and benefits reflect that.

• Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling
• Creative and competitive pay plan options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K program with a company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Are you tired of walking into your work and your dealer not having inventory? At Palmen, we are stocked better than our competitors and business is booming! Reporting to our General Manager, our Sales Associates are responsible for creating, maintaining, and nurturing customer relationships.

You will work with all areas of the business to ensure an efficient and correct sales process. In addition to managing the sales process, you'll be expected to source new leads and consistently follow up with previous clients.

If you're outgoing, thrive on the thrill of the sale, and looking for a great opportunity to grow with an established company, this opportunity is for you!

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(K) w / Company Match
• Paid Training Programs
• Internal company advancement
• Paid Vacation and personal time
• Employee Purchase Discounts
• Company events, sales competitions, and weekly incentives

Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Nurture enriching relationships to build clientele for life
• Exhibit consultative selling skills. Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses
• Continuously develop product and sales acumen to become the vehicle authority. Know the in’s and the out’s of product offerings, optional packages, and the latest technologies
• Perform high-quality, professional demonstrations of new / used vehicles
• Follow-up with buyers to ensure successful referral business
• Learn to overcome objections and thrive within sales situations
• Report directly to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses
• Bring your A game’ along with a positive attitude to work with you every single day

Qualifications

• Available to work flexible hours and weekends
• Self-starter mentality and ambitious spirit preferred
• Ready to waste no time on learning new product in’s and out’s, eager to improve
• Phenomenal communication skills with customers and team members
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license

About Us : Here at Palmen Motors we live and work in the community. We're your neighbor, your friend and ultimately your support.

It is our promise to treat you like family, whether you are servicing your vehicle or purchasing a new one, we're excited you're here.

Palmen Motors has been family owned and operated by the Palmen family for 85 years and the majority of our staff have been with us for decades as well.

Don't be surprised if you find that the employee you're working with has been here for 5, 10, 20 or even 30 years! Here at Palmen Motors, we take pride in the fact that we've assembled one of the best teams in the business and we're looking to grow that team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.