Automotive Sales Consultant

Do you work well as a member of a team? Do you enjoy talking to & helping people? Are you a very positive person?If your answer is yes, then we have an immediate hire opportunity for you!Family owned and operated for over 40 years, Bob Ruth Ford, Inc. is South Central Pennsylvania's fastest growing dealership. We are looking for the right person in a fun and exciting role as a Sales Consultant.The right person is open to learning, works well with a team, punctual, can multitask, has good basic computer skills, and a positive outgoing personality.Benefits:401(k)Dental InsuranceHealth InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time Off6 Paid holidaysResponsibilities:Presenting new and pre-owned vehicles to prospective customers, which involves:Developing rapport and determining needs and preferences to present options, providing test drives, qualifying buyers, developing quotes, suggesting trade-ins, explaining warranties, features, and services, and addressing concerns or questions as necessary.Overcoming objections and using negotiation skills to close sales and satisfy customers.Attending sales training (including Ford-specific training), reading professional publications, reporting monthly activities as required, and making recommendations to the Sales Manager relative to sales opportunities.Qualifications:A high school diploma or equivalentA valid Pennsylvania Driver’s LicenseState Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers, and Salespersons Licensure to sell automobiles (or qualifications necessary to secure licensure upon hire)One or more years of prior sales experienceCompletion of Ford Sales Training (within 90 days of hire) and continuing education as required to maintain certificationA basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, computer software, and internet-based automotive classifieds and consumer marketing websites (Auto Trader, Cars.com, CARFAX, Craigslist, etc.)Strong interpersonal and verbal communications ability, including demonstrated negotiation and presentation skills and a professional demeanorAbility to work irregular hours, which may include evenings, “bell-to-bell” hours, and/or SaturdaysPrior automotive, warranty, feature, trade-in, and related sales experience (preferred)Experience selling Ford automotive products (preferred)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.

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