Automotive Sales Manager

Chicago, Illinois

Toyota of Lincoln Park
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Our High-Volume Toyota Dealership located in Lincoln Park is NOW HIRING an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to join our winning team. This is your opportunity to get your foot in the door with Leader Automotive, a wholly owned subsidiary of AutoCanada, a publicly traded company. An automotive group that believes in growing our talent, connecting with the communities that we serve, and building a brand that is recognized across North America for our commitment to integrity and customer service. If you share our passion for people, automobiles, and making money then we want to talk to you about a new career with Toyota of Lincoln Park.

Leader Automotive believes that taking care of our team members and setting them up for long-term success is what sets us apart from our competitors. That's why Leader Automotive is proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance:
  • Competitive pay plans and a motivated group of Leader Automotive employees to work alongside
  • Health, Dental and vision insurance
  • Wellness Discounts and Programs
  • Paid holiday and flex time for full time employees
  • Employee vehicle purchase program
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in Canada and the United States
Position Overview:

The Sales Manager is responsible for overseeing the dealership's sales operations, leading and motivating the sales team to meet targets, and ensuring excellent customer service. They manage inventory, monitor key performance indicators, and collaborate with other departments to drive sales and improve team performance. Additionally, the Sales Manager handles recruitment and works with senior management and marketing to implement strategies that boost sales. Strong leadership and communication skills are key to success in this role.

Job Description:
  • Welcome customers to the store and transition them from Sales to Finance during their vehicle purchase process.
  • Work directly with our employees and customers to develop relationships.
  • Determine customer financing needs and payment options based on a consultative interview process.
  • Present a fully transparent pricing menu to customers detailing their financing options and products.
  • Process finance transactions and ensure 100% compliance with province laws and regulations.
  • Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction.
  • Build rapport with customers to create a base of referrals.
  • Set and achieve targeted sales goals.
  • Gain superior product knowledge to effectively help customers.
  • Ensure that all administrative processes are handled in a timely manner and in compliance with company policy.
  • Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty.
Requirements:
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in automotive dealership sales management
  • Post-Secondary education in a related discipline would be considered an asset
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Strong understanding of dealership accounting practices
  • CDK and Dealer Track experience preferred
  • Ability to be professional and deliver exceptional service to clients
  • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • A person of high integrity who is trusted by others and consistently honors their commitments
  • Detail oriented, self-motivated, and resourceful
  • Results-driven and career focused individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to be successful
  • Experience using CRM systems or other automotive software systems would be considered an asset
  • Committed to on-going professional development

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.
Date Posted: 19 May 2025
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