Gary Yeomans Ford Palm Bay is rapidly growing and looking for top talent to grow our existing teams. Our management team is hands-on and dedicated to the team’s success and career progression by providing one-on-one training sessions and ongoing educational opportunities. We are also excited to announce our newly renovated facility is approximately 50,000 square feet and will be home to more than 500 new and used vehicles along with 30 service bays, ensuring we’re setting up our employees with the opportunity to succeed whether it be in Service or Sales. Apply today to learn more about a career opportunity with Gary Yeomans Ford Palm Bay! SUMMARY The role of an Automotive Sales Associate is to sell automobiles by understanding and demonstrating characteristics, capabilities, and features; developing and qualifying buyers; closing sales. Automotive Sales Associates are also responsible for providing customers with the upmost buying experience and expected to maintain an ongoing relationship with the client post sale. What We Offer: • Opportunity for internal promotion and career growth with dealership • Ongoing training and education- two weeks of paid training • Highly competitive and rewarding pay plan • 401(k) with company match • Full benefits including voluntary short- and long-term disability, dental, health, vision, medical • Paid vacation Responsibilities • Greet and guide customer as they appear on the lot to proceed into the sales process • Assist the customers to find a vehicle that meets their needs by using the current inventory information • Enhance the sales process by demonstrating the vehicles features on the lot • Assist customers in the completion of their sales applications • Assist management to increase sales by inspecting the lot’s vehicles daily, reporting any problems to management • Assist with sourcing, auctions, and trade for our used vehicle inventory • Assist management in ensuring the lot is merchandised correctly to maximize sales • Provide training and support to the sales staff and assist in closing deals • Direct report to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses. Qualifications • Must be driven and have a desire to succeed • Previous automotive sales experience is a PLUS • Must have a clean & valid driver’s license • Must be willing to submit to a drug screen prior to employment • Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday • Outgoing and friendly, especially while handling objections • Quality customer service skills and sales track record • Strong interpersonal and communications, in-person and over the phone • Persuasive and able to overcome customer objections during the sales process • Proficient in basic business math including percentages • Capable of learning and using Microsoft Office, accounting software, and proprietary sales programs • Persistent, competitive, and good work ethic Focuses on the customer’s needs to enhance dealership and personal sales. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 9-10 hour shift early and late shifts • Holidays • Monday to Friday • Weekend availability Supplemental Pay: • Bonus pay • Commission pay Experience: • Automotive Sales: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person