Experienced Auto Sales Manager (Honda Dealership)

Hendrick Honda Easley Location: 4609 Calhoun Memorial Hwy., Easley, South Carolina 29640 Hendrick Automotive Group is seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager who is passionate about the automotive industry and has a proven track record of success in dealership sales management. Your expertise will drive exceptional customer experiences and optimize sales strategies, ensuring our pre‑owned vehicle inventory meets and exceeds market demands. Embrace the opportunity to shape a growing sales department while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Summary: Ideal candidates should have automotive sales and desking expertise (new/used cars), knowledge of Dealership Management Systems, and leadership qualities that will inspire a dedicated sales team in delivering exceptional customer service and achieving sales targets. Benefits: Rewarding performance‑based pay plans and bonuses Management Onboarding Programs College Scholarship Program 401(k) with Company Match Largest privately owned auto group in the country, GREAT career growth potential Paid Medical - NO COST Employee Healthcare and Prescription Plan Generous paid time off/vacation and sick days Basic Life Insurance NO COST Employee Assistance Program 100% Paid Training Comprehensive employee recognition/rewards programs Hendrick Automotive Group is a back‑to‑back winner of Automotive News' Best Dealerships to Work For Award Successful Team approach with Doing Business the Right Way Focus! Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Responsible for improving sales and operations. Works with upper management and Human Resources to make hiring and discipline decisions. Assists sales team with processing or completing sales. Trains and supervises sales team. Develops promotions to motivate sales team. Sets schedules for sales team. Oversees department inventory. Interacts with customers to ensure customer satisfaction. Responsible for sale price & trade‑in vehicle appraisal decisions. Ensures proper reporting of sales to manufacturer(s). Has working knowledge of factory(s) incentive programs. Attends required manager meetings. Maintains effective employee relations. Maintains CSI at or above Company standards Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area Participates in required training Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations. Demonstrates the Company's Core Values Complies with Company policies and procedures Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties. Other duties as assigned Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions. Desired Education: GED High School Diploma Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Master Degree Doctorate Degree Field of Study/Work Experience: Accounting Automotive Business Human Resources Information Technology Desired Work Experience: up to 3 years 3-5 years 5+ years Education/Experience: Excellent sales skills with working knowledge of the automotive sales industry. Proven experience as a Sales Manager or similar leadership role inside the dealership. Certificates and Licenses: Valid Driver's License Automobile Salesperson License Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products. Intermediate ability and knowledge of Dealership Management System and web based applications. Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel. Attendance Expectations: The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit. Environment Demands: Duties are performed throughout the premises, both indoors and outdoors and on customer test drives. Due to the nature of the position, employee may be exposed to various work environments and required to perform a variety of tasks. Work includes frequent movement around the company facilities and the outdoor car lot to interact with customers and other departments. Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers and other employees. Math Abilit #J-18808-Ljbffr hendrick