Automotive Kia Sales Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Sales Manager

Liberty Kia | Ramsey, NJ

Liberty Kia is looking for a driven, high energy Sales Manager to join our leadership team. We are seeking a leader who is passionate about developing people, maximizing profitability, building a great culture, and creating an outstanding customer experience.

A strong automotive finance background is a major plus. We are looking for someone who understands the entire sales process, from greeting the customer through delivery, and can help improve both front end and back end performance.

• Conduct daily one on one meetings with each salesperson to review opportunities, overcome challenges, set goals, and provide coaching for continuous development.

• Develop each member of the sales team through consistent coaching, accountability, role playing, and performance feedback.

• Identify individual strengths and areas for improvement and create action plans to help each salesperson reach their full potential.

• Lead, motivate, and inspire the sales team to achieve monthly sales, gross profit, and performance goals.

• Report daily and monthly performance metrics to the General Manager while holding the team accountable for results.

• Desk deals and structure transactions for maximum profitability while maintaining a great customer experience.

• Step in to assist with customers whenever management involvement is needed.

• Work closely with the Finance Department to maximize finance and product penetration.

• Monitor CRM activity and ensure timely customer follow up.

• Maintain inventory knowledge and proper merchandising standards.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and retain top sales talent.

• Foster a positive, high performance culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Help drive dealership profitability while maintaining outstanding customer satisfaction scores.

• Previous automotive Sales Manager experience preferred.

• Finance Manager experience is a strong advantage.

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop a successful sales team.

• Strong closing, negotiation, and desking skills.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.

• Experience with CRM systems and dealership software.

• Results driven with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• Valid driver's license.

• Competitive base salary plus commission.

• Performance based bonus opportunities.

• Paid vacation.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k).

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• Opportunity for advancement within a growing dealership.

If you are a leader who knows how to develop people, maximize profitability, build a winning culture, and deliver an exceptional customer experience, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Liberty Family of Dealerships leadership team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.