Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Marin Acura is a locally-family owned and operated dealer since 1986. Because of our commitment to offering a world class client experience, we are a five-time winner of the Acura DealerRater award, which is only given to the top Acura dealers. Not only do we clearly care about our customers, we focus on community involvement and giving back. Join a team that is moving the community and your career forward. Marin Acura is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer.

We are looking for motivated, positive and organized candidates to work with the Marin Acura team. We offer training and mentoring to assure your success. We believe that a happy associates make happy Customers.

Marin Acura also offers the following benefits:

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Discount

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Employee New Car Lease Program

Promotions from Within

Pay Range: The Sales Advisor has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of $23.25. The position may also pay commission compensation which is based on the value or amount of closed sales achieved from $0.00 (if no sales are made) without any upper limit other than sales performance. The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing advice and assistance to customers to maximize the likelihood of a sale; performing a variety of duties that pertain to creating an attractive environment for customers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Sales Advisor, you will be responsible for assisting and advising customers to ensure optimal sales opportunities. This includes creating an appealing environment for customers and performing various duties related to customer service.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, licenses and registrations required: Valid Drivers License, Sales License
Computer skills required: Google Workplace (GMAIL, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Meet), DealerSocket CRM
Other skills required:
Tech savvy with working knowledge of computer systems and databases.
Able to balance a customer-oriented and a results-driven approach.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Acute attention to detail.
Detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to act professionally with customers and resolve issues.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, and flexible and enjoy working with a variety of staff.
Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
Professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
Plan, delegate, and organize tasks to consistently produce results, with minimal supervision.

COMPETENCIES:

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
ManagingPeople - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequently required to stand.
Frequently required to walk.
Frequently required to sit.
Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
Frequently required to talk or hear.
Occasionally required to taste or smell.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather).
Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
Occasionally works in high, precarious places.
Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
Frequently exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,920.00 - $125,600.00 per year

Benefits: