Automotive Sales Manager

Do you have the drive to earn a well above average income? Do you love to work with exciting new products in a fast-paced environment? Your dream job awaits! We are searching for an exceptional automotive sales professional to become a part of our dynamic, high-performing team.
• Why Bannister Nissan of Chilliwack?* We are more than an automotive dealership; we are a community. We stand for values, unity, and commitment. Our team thrives on shared adventures and experiences, all while making significant impacts in our local community.
• What We Offer* Extended health and dental benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive wages including performance bonuses.
• A focus on training and career development.
• Company Events: From team-building activities and festive holiday celebrations to our annual BBQs and exciting sturgeon fishing tours, we create memorable experiences that bring our team together.
• Tenure Rewards: We value and celebrate dedication and loyalty by offering exceptional rewards, including luxurious resort getaways, wine-tasting tours, thrilling skydiving adventures, and more.
• Opportunity for advancement and mobility within the Bannister organization.
• What We're Looking For* Bannister Nissan seeks a dynamic *Sales Manager* to lead our sales-focused and customer-centric team. As a key player reporting to the General Manager, you'll be at the forefront of driving success in both New and Used Sales. This pivotal role involves overseeing department managers, ensuring their performance, training, and development align with our commitment to excellence.
• Responsibilities*Strategic Planning:* Craft annual sales forecasts, estimating total vehicle sales, gross and operating profits, and expenses for both new and used sales departments.
• Collaborative Objectives:* Work closely with vehicle sales managers to plan and implement objectives for achieving sales and gross profits.
• Team Development:* Hire and monitor department managers, conduct weekly sales meetings, and provide ongoing sales training.
• Visual Excellence:* Oversee standards for displaying and merchandising new and used vehicles, while reviewing and approving promotions.
• Inventory Management:* Coordinate the supply of new and used vehicles, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Performance Reviews:* Meet monthly with the General Manager to review forecasts and profits, collaborating on advertising plans, promotions, staffing, and compensation.
• Customer Satisfaction:* Address customer complaints promptly, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Quality Assurance:* Audit all appraisals of trade-in vehicles and oversee the issuance of demonstration vehicles, maintaining accurate dealership records.
• Key Requirements* Minimum 2 years automotive sales management experience.
• Completion of post-secondary education in business preferred.
• Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract.
• Essential Skills* Exceptional customer service skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Adept at working under pressure while maintaining a professional attitude and image, demonstrating a commitment to quality service.
Join us in fostering a family values culture, where your energy and expertise will play a crucial role in motivating and instilling confidence in our dynamic Sales team. Your next big adventure is waiting for you here!
If you relocate from across the street or from across the country, we have a comprehensive relocation program as well as a lucrative referral program. Please ask your recruiter for additional information.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
• Work Conditions* Sales environment with professional dress code
• Some outdoor work required in the furtherance of maintenance service
• Retail store hours with weekend work required
• Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers
• Occasionally lift 5-10 pounds
• Core Competencies * Communication
• Dependability
• Customer Service
• Ethics
• Initiative
• SAFETY*
All employees are responsible and accountable for Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace. All employees at every level should be familiar with the requirements of the applicable Provincial Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their work processes.
The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this job. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this job.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
• French not required
Experience:
• Automotive Sales: 2 years (required)
• Management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person