Sales Associate (Automotive Retail)

Alpha Auto Group ("AAG") is a growing and nationally focused auto dealer group based in Toronto, with various locations across Canada and the USA. AAG’s mission is deeply rooted in delivering best in class service for our valued customers by putting our customers first through world class service.

In order to meet this mission, it’s important that the successful candidate bring a high level of service, skill, willingness to grow and collaborate and drive, set and meet goals, both personally and collaboratively.

With the ever increasing demand for support and service in the auto industry, our Orleans Honda is looking for a Sales Associate to join the team.

Please know that the full compensation listed for this position is dependent on a commission-based bonus structure. The salary range mentioned in the job posting represents the potential earnings of this role.

Responsibilities

• Build strong rapport with customers and create a customer base through effective contact methods that make sense for the customer.
• Keep detailed records of all interactions with customers.
• Handle all customer queries and concerns with a genuine intent to solve their problem.
• Considerate of the customer experience, willing to consistently commit to following through with prospecting calls and follow-up with customers within specific time frames.
• Approach, greet, and offer assistance or direction to any customer who enters the dealership showroom or sales lot.
• Perform high-quality, professional, and knowledgeable presentation and demonstration of new/used vehicles and all optional equipment available for purchase.
• Learn to overcome objections, close sales, and perform all other steps of the sales process.
• Always maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity in order to align with the company's brand and image.

Qualifications

• Deep passion and interest in high care, relationship centered customer experiences.
• Sales experience, especially in customer centric environments will be prioritized.
• High attention to detail/organization/time management and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Highly motivated, driven and a self-starter who can hit the ground running.
• Highly effective communicator (written and verbal), interpersonal and negotiation skills in order to work with customers, colleagues and numerous outside suppliers and stakeholders.
• Growth mindset - open to continuous coaching, feedback and support in development.
• Resilient and open to an ever changing environment and processes as the company continues to grow and adapt to an ever evolving market.
• Experience working with KPI’s to determine areas of high and low performance and interest in continuous personal and professional growth.
• Desire and excitement to work in a team-based environment and work collaboratively towards common goals.
• Must have general knowledge of finance, marketing, and be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Experience using customer relationship management software is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of automotive servicing methods is considered an asset.
• Must be able to provide a driver's abstract.
• OMVIC license must be obtained/transferred soon after hire.

Don't let the job requirements hold you back from applying! We're open to candidates with transferable skills and a passion for the position. We're committed to investing in our employees and providing the necessary training and support to help you succeed. Take the first step and apply today. We can't wait to see what unique skills and experiences you could bring to our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Shift:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Will you get your OMVIC if you don't already have it?

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer Service: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Drivers License (required)
• OMVIC (preferred)

Work Location: In person