Sales Manager

Job Description

Job Description

If you love cars and have a passion for people, you may have found your future. As a family-owned business, we are always looking for new talent.

We are committed to:

• Exceeding customer expectations
• Expert product knowledge
• Striving for excellence
• Maintaining professionalism and a spirit of fun

Grow with Us

We invest in our staff. Our team members are Trained and Certified and receive continuing education each year for as long as they are employed. Retention and promotion from within are the cornerstone of our human resources planning. We believe in cross-training and team orientation. The more you know the stronger you are. Our employees have opportunities with the entire Lee family.

Benefits: 

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Kia Country of Charleston is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to oversee our sales staff. We will expect you to analyze current sales figures, develop effective sales techniques to boost those figures, and train the sales team on new methods. You will also be responsible for hiring and training talented sales representatives.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, hire, train and oversee a team of automotive salespeople
• Set sales goals, track progress, and lead the team to achieve and exceed those quotas
• Coach salespeople on best practices for closing more vehicle deals and provide advice and guidance to improve sales performance
• Forecast sales for upcoming months and quarters
• Step in to answer customer questions and issues when required
• Coordinate and lead all regular sales meetings with sales staff
• Manage CRM platform to retain customers and seek new prospects
• Maintain a strong focus on the satisfaction of all customers.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of effective sales strategies and best practices
• Substantial track record of exceeding sales quotas and goals
• Excellent leadership skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Outgoing and service oriented attitude
• Knowledge of inventory control and management

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.