Job Overview
INFINITI / NISSAN OF THOUSAND OAKS is seeking energetic and motivated Automotive Sales Associates to join our dynamic sales team. In this role, you will be the driving force behind connecting customers with their ideal vehicles, providing exceptional service, and guiding them through the entire sales process. Your enthusiasm for automobiles and customer engagement will help build lasting relationships and ensure a seamless buying experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your sales skills within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment dedicated to excellence in the automotive industry.
Responsibilities
- Engage with prospective customers through outbound calls, in-person interactions, and digital outreach to generate new sales opportunities.
- Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline by prospecting B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) clients.
- Conduct detailed needs assessments to recommend suitable vehicle options, including explaining automotive financing options and upselling additional features or services.
- Negotiate deals effectively, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements that meet customer expectations while achieving dealership sales targets.
- Manage customer relationships using CRM software to track interactions, follow up on leads, and support ongoing client engagement.
- Assist customers with vehicle demonstrations, test drives, and explaining key features to enhance their buying confidence.
- Collaborate with the sales team to manage inventory control, organize showroom displays, and support overall dealership sales efforts.
Requirements
- Proven experience in automotive sales or retail sales with a strong understanding of the automotive industry is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability in outside sales, cold calling, and developing new client relationships.
- Excellent negotiation skills paired with effective communication and public speaking abilities.
- Multilingual or bilingual skills are a plus for engaging diverse customer bases.
- Strong organizational skills with experience managing a sales pipeline and CRM systems for customer relationship management.
- Knowledge of automotive financing options, inventory management, and upselling techniques.
- Ability to close deals efficiently while providing outstanding customer service throughout the entire sales process.
- High energy level with a proactive attitude toward achieving sales targets and managing multiple client accounts.
Join us as an Automotive Sales Associate where your passion for cars meets your talent for building relationships! This role offers an engaging environment where your skills will directly impact both customer satisfaction and dealership success. We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in sales negotiation, inventory management, and client communication—empowering you to excel in high-end automotive sales while enjoying a rewarding career path.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
