Internet Sales Consultant

Have you been considering the automotive industry but don’t know how to break in? Do you have experience working with customers on a regular basis? Are you passionate about delivering a unique customer experience that creates a memorable and outstanding impression? If you answered yes to any of these questions we want to talk to you. Our sales team is expanding and in growth mode. We are hiring for multiple sales representatives to join our winning team! No experience necessary. Our reputable training program includes an online certification, one-on-one training on the sales process, and ongoing training through Volkswagen. We believe in your success and are invested in your future. Individuals with prior experience working in retail sales, wireless sales, hospitality and/or restaurant businesses, and customer service are encouraged to apply. What we offer:

• Earn over $100k
• Sign On Bonuses dependent on experience
• Employee referral program
• Growth from Within, Management Opportunities
• Paid time off and vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Flexible Scheduling
• Health insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Plans
• Free lunches on Saturdays
• Strong Community Involvement
• Sales Manager Training Program
• 5 day work week
• Closed on Sundays

Responsibilities will include:

• Generate appointments and quotes by means of proactive outbound prospecting and lead activity management in an effort to qualify and market to potential customers
• Respond to email inquiries in a professional, well-spoken manner
• Assist customers in vehicle selection based on their needs
• Direct customers to product information resources, including those available online
• Check email frequently and respond to inquiries in a timely manner
• Deliver inquiries/messages intended for other sales personnel and departments promptly
• Accurately logging activities on the internal lead management system
• Generating leads for our F&I managers
• Delivering sold vehicles personally to ensure quality service and to generate referrals

Specific skills required:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
• Prior sales or customer service experience preferred
• Self-driven and motivated to achieve results
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience generating and/or building a loyal client base highly regarded
• Knowledge of current trends and news, plus a strong desire to learn more and do more
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to hit sales quotas and closing percentages
• Clean driving record & valid driver's license

Volkswagen of South Charlotte believes that its strength, continued success, future growth and profitability depend on building trusting relationships with our employees, customers and industry partners. Individual and organizational pride are critical elements of our future. Our people make all the difference. This belief fosters a commitment to provide opportunities for growth and new challenges for our employees so they may achieve professional development and personal fulfillment. Working with our local communities, we help and support those people and organizations whose fulfillment enhances their quality of life as it does our own.