Truck Salesman
Summary:
The Truck Salesman will be responsible for developing new sales accounts and achieving
monthly sales goals.
Essential Duties:
Sells medium- and heavy-duty trucks
Assists customers in selecting/ordering trucks by asking questions and listening to their
responses
Understands and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect the sale of
new and used medium- and heavy-duty vehicles
Meets or exceeds objectives for new- and/or used-truck deliveries established by the
dealership
Uses all reasonable methods of prospecting for new- and used-truck customers daily, either
by telephone or by making calls to individuals and businesses outside the dealership
Prepares sales report and shares with Sales Manager; listing who was called, what units were
quoted, and units available for sale
Provides follow up and ongoing service to existing customers
Offers service to all walk-in and call-in customers on assigned floor days
Demonstrates new and used trucks to customers (may include test drives)
Closes new- and used-truck deals
Writes complete and accurate sales orders, secures deposits, and processes paperwork in
accordance with established dealership policies
Prepares purchaser statements
Delivers new trucks, explaining new-truck warranty and service policies
Attends sales and training meetings
Studies truck and equipment specifications to improve knowledge of product performance
and application continually
Appraises used trucks when necessary
Collects accurate and complete financial data on customers when necessary
Maintains professional appearance
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
At least two (2) years of experience in Heavy Duty sales, preferably in automotive or industrial sales
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year institution in either Business
Administration or accounting preferred
Valid Driver's License Required
Excel experience preferred
Work Environment:
This position may require the employee to drive to other customers' locations for extended periods of
time.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Kenworth of Louisiana, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all
persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race,
religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic
information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Kenworth of Louisiana, LLC will
provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
