Job Description

The Sales Manager must consistently and profitably meet vehicle sales quotas through expert management and leadership of the sales team and by forecasting sales and maintaining proper inventory levels in terms of amount and vehicle types. In addition, the Sales Manager hires, trains, and monitors team member performance; resolves customer complaints; and helps with closings when necessary.

The ideal candidate has some post-secondary education (degree, coursework, certification, etc.), at least two years of experience in a large-volume dealership, and some supervisory or management experience. Candidates must have a strong business acumen and sales aptitude and a willingness to accept full accountability for sales targets. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong leadership and motivational skills are essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategies
Hires, trains, and monitors team member performance
Establishes sales quotas and manages overall sales goals
Ensures all sales targets are met or exceeded
Provides timely and accurate reports on all sales activities as needed
Monitors and adjusts inventory to optimize customer choice
Manages the department budget
Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED required; some post-high school education or training preferred
Two years of progressive and relevant experience
Sales experience with verifiable proof of meeting sales targets
Experience in supervising and managing staff
Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
Strong leadership and motivational skills
Strong organization skills, able to multitask, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Outgoing personality and willing to work with the public on a daily basis
Highly professional and dependable
Strong computer and internet skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, stand and lift heavy objects as needed. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Company Description

The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate has grown into 16 core dealerships located in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. There are 15 new car brands that include: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Trucks, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, GMC, Kia, Volkswagen, Nissan, Hyundai, and Acura. Plus, state-of-the-art Collision Centers, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, and over 700 employees on its payroll.

Due to a consistent increase in business, the dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.

Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Largest Auto Groups in Hampton Roads!

Discover more about our organization at DrivingSouthern.com. Or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SouthernAutoGroup.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.