Automotive Sales Manager

Automotive Sales Manager

At Kunes Auto Group, we believe in servant-minded leadership, supporting one another, and creating an environment where our team members feel valued, empowered, and able to grow. As one of the fastest-growing automotive dealership groups in the Midwest with more than 40 locations, we invest in our people through competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and a culture built on teamwork and customer service.

Kunes Auto Group is seeking an Automotive Sales Manager to lead our high-performing dealership sales team. If you're passionate about cars, know how to motivate a sales floor, and have a proven track record of hitting and exceeding goals, we want to hear from you. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing sales staff, inventory, and the customer buying experience—not just deal-desking alone.

Compensation: Competitive Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00+ annually (Salary + Commission + Vehicle Allowance) Unlimited Earning Potential

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and coach a team of automotive sales consultants to meet and exceed monthly sales targets
• Work the CRM to ensure consistent follow-up on new and past customers, unsold showroom visits, and lost deals
• Create and execute action plans to drive showroom traffic and improve closing ratios
• Oversee new and used vehicle inventory, demo units, and lot presentation to ensure optimal selection and display
• Ensure demo and test-drive vehicles are properly maintained and always available for customers
• Review and approve all vehicle deals, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and profitability for both the dealership and the customer
• Manage the customer experience from first contact through delivery, resolving concerns quickly and professionally
• Run regular sales meetings and training sessions to keep staff current on products, promotions, and best practices
• Collaborate with marketing on local promotions and advertising campaigns to drive showroom traffic and sales volume

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in automotive sales management required
• Proficiency with CRM software required
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Proven ability to analyze sales reports, forecasts, and market trends
• Strong math skills for calculating sales projections
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Valid driver's license and state sales license required (or willingness to obtain one shortly after hire—we will assist with this)
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and hands-on automotive sales experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Daily Pay Options
• Employee Discounts on Vehicles, Parts, and Service
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities Throughout Kunes Auto Group

Join the Kunes Team

If you're looking for a career with unlimited earning potential, professional growth, and a company that invests in its people, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and start your career with Kunes Auto Group. Kunes Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.