Automotive Sales Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

Rapid City, SD

Do you have a passion for developing relationships, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As an Automotive Sales Advisor at McKie Ford, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business, your own personal life, in the lives of your team members, and customers every day. We are looking for energetic leaders who will help us redefine the car-buying experience. Does this sound like you?

The Automotive Sales Advisors primary role in the dealership is to lead customers through the car buying journey providing a high quality experience. Develop business through customer relationship management activities, interaction with service department guests, and on our lot containing expansive selection for both new, certified, and used vehicles. 

After opening in 1979, McKie Ford has become a reputable, family owned/operated, and reliable dealership in Rapid City, South Dakota. 

What We Offer: 

• Excellent store culture
• Health, Dental, & Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• Ford Incentives
• 401k (with company match)
• Flexible Spending

Responsibilities: 

• Work with the customer from start to finish throughout the buying process
• Consult with clients to understand their needs and offer customized vehicle solutions
• Have personal income goals that align with business objectives 
• Competitive nature, winning is extremely important to the right candidate
• Growth mentality with a want to expand and grow with our organization
• Answer customers questions with high quality answers containing up to date product knowledge, available ownership options (buy, lease, trade), and overall expertise in the automotive industry/market
• Present ownership options and utilize strong communication skills to improve customer experience and confidence in buying at McKie Ford 
• Generate and confirm appointments to build overall opportunities available
• Make outbound phone calls to follow up with guests to assist during the buying process and those who have done business in the past 
• Ability to build personal brand 
• Exhibit great customer service skills maintaining high customer satisfaction on Manufacturers surveys
• Ability to create repeat and referral business
• Strong computer & phone skills 
• Ability to adapt and be creative 
• Maintain professional business attire and appearance
• High level of discipline and professionalism
• Always representing the company with professionalism, integrity, and belief in McKie Ford and the products they offer 

Qualifications: 

• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Clean driving record
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings (background & drug test)
• Prior sales experience is a plus
• Available to work flexible hours & Saturdays (Mon-Fri 8-6 and Saturdays 8-5) 

Applications will be accepted and candidates evaluated on an ongoing basis until position is filled with the highest talent! Is this you? Let’s talk… apply now!