Sales Consultant

This is a great opportunity to work with an industry leader and join the Galpin Family of Dealerships!

Sales consultants at Galpin have the opportunity to present customers with the full portfolio of Galpin products including: Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Aston Martin, Lotus, Porsche, Lincoln, Volvo, Polestar, Honda Mazda, and Volkswagen. Creating an excellent customer experience is a top priority! We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, honest, hard working, and committed to great customer service.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Galpin opened its doors in 1946 and over the last 77 years has become the pinnacle of the Automotive industry. Galpin Motors is an automotive pioneer and credited with many industry firsts. Galpin was customizing vehicles before custom cars were a thing. In the 50’s, Galpin was showcasing custom cars with the Barris’. In the 60’s, Galpin was winning Nascar as a 4 time West Coast Champion. The 70’s brought the birth of the custom van industry and off-road trucks at Galpin, and our innovation and technology and automobiles and design has continued until this day. Galpin Ford has been the #1 Volume Ford Dealer in the World for a record 29 consecutive years and every Galpin dealership has ranked in the top 10 nationally. We do what we do because we love it and our customers love it so it creates an enthusiasm which has made Galpin famous around the world. Galpin is the only dealership group that has starred in two television shows, Pimp My Ride and Car Kings. We have worked with the most famous automotive celebrities and have close relationships with the entire automotive industry.

Galpin’s family of brands include Ford, Lincoln, Porsche, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Jaguar, Volvo, Aston Martin, Lotus, Polestar, Mazda, Honda. Joining these brands are Galpin Auto Sports (G.A.S.), Galpin Studio Rentals, Horseless Carriage Restaurant, Boxenstopp Restaurant and Starbucks.

Galpin is family owned and operated by the Boeckmann Family, led by our President Beau Boeckmann, who is engaged and runs the day-to-day operations. Galpin’s Core Values include Integrity, A servants’ Attitude, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork and Fun!

SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL DO

• This position will focus on all aspects of sales, including product knowledge, lease/finance structures and customer .

• Create a welcoming and exciting car buying experience for all Galpin customers.

• Assess the needs of customers and guide them to purchase or lease a vehicle using the method that meets their needs, whether that be fully online, in-store or a combination of online and in-store.

• Become a product expert and ambassador for all Galpin products and services.

• Ensure a smooth and stress free buying experience for guests, from the first point of contact, to the contract and paperwork process, and finally delivery of their new vehicle.

• Review operating features, warranty and finalized paperwork with customers ensuring that they feel confident in their new vehicle purchase .

• Develop customer relationships and maintain prospecting endeavors that encourage repeat business and create lifelong Galpin customers!

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

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  Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

• Valid California driver's license

• Eligibility to obtain occupational sales license

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in sales, preferably the automotive industry

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally

• Excellent customer service skills

• Professional work ethic and high integrity

• Ability to work as a team and/or independently

• Strong problem solving and follow up skills

***Base pay is $34,902.40 a year ($16.78 hourly assuming the 40 hours within the 52 weeks of the year) + Commissions. Commissions are estimated to bring gross earnings between $42,827.36 - $390524.54 a year at this location. Actual gross earnings may vary on commissioned and performance efforts. The estimated earning range is a reflection of our current lowest and highest earning employees in the role who have remained employed year to date.***

• Competitive Payplans
• 401k eligible
• 401k employer match
• Sick Time Accrual
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 20% off at all our Restaurant Locations
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Employee Tickets/Theme Park Discounts
• Free Tickets to some events
• Other Holiday Events and more
• Competitive pay plans
• Full Benefits after 30 days of employment including Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid manufacture product training
• Life insurance
• Advancement opportunities
• Custom tailored onboarding and cross training programs

At Galpin, we believe that a diverse workforce is a strength to be celebrated. We value the unique contributions that you can bring to our team in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.