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Sales Manager

Description

The Sales Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of the automotive sales department. This role involves leading a team of sales representatives to achieve maximum profitability and customer satisfaction.


Responsibilities:

Sales Team Management:

  • Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing sales team.
  • Motivate and inspire the team to achieve sales targets and exceed customer expectations.
  • Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.

Sales Process Oversight:

  • Ensure adherence to the dealership's sales process and best practices.
  • Monitor and analyze sales performance data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Implement strategies to enhance sales effectiveness and efficiency.

Customer Satisfaction:

  • Foster a customer-centric, hospitality-based culture within the sales department.
  • Resolve customer complaints and issues promptly and professionally.
  • Ensure that customers have a positive and memorable experience throughout the sales process.

Inventory Management:

  • Collaborate with the purchasing department to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Manage vehicle turn rates and minimize stock obsolescence.

Financial Performance:

  • Monitor and analyze the department's financial performance.
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase profitability.
  • Manage expenses within budget.

Market Analysis:

  • Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
  • Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly.

Compliance:

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and dealership policies.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.
  • 3+ years of experience as an Automotive Sales Manager or 5+ years in an F&I or Floor Manager role.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and exceeding customer expectations.
  • Strong knowledge of the automotive industry and sales processes.
  • Proficiency in using CRM software and other relevant tools.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Requirements

  • Sitting: The majority of the workday is spent sitting at a desk, using a computer and phone.
  • Standing and Walking: There may be times when the sales manager needs to stand, walk around the dealership, or attend meetings.
  • Reaching and Bending: The manager may need to reach for files, supplies, or equipment.
  • Lifting: Occasionally, there might be a need to lift or move documents, supplies, or equipment.

Benefits of Working at Swickard:

  • Career Path –Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.?
  • Ongoing training and support
  • Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

Competitive benefits package:

  • Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance
  • Optional disability coverage
  • 401k plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • PTO

About Us:

  • We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
  • We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
  • We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
  • Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!?
  • Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
  • We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car-buying experience and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?


To all recruitment agencies: Swickard does not accept agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Swickard employees. Swickard is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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April 18, 2025

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