Dealership Sales Associate

At Trust Automotive Group, we believe in providing exceptional cars and service with integrity, transparency, and care. As a locally owned and operated group, we’re proud to serve the community with top-tier vehicles and expert automotive care. Our passion for cars is matched only by our commitment to ensuring that every customer drives away with confidence and satisfaction.

Our Trust Kia dealership is hiring an experienced Automotive Sales Associate to join our team! When you join our team, you'll have access to a total compensation package, which includes great career growth, a positive work environment, and outstanding benefits....and more:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays
• Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Focused Career Development
• 401K & Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Other Supplemental Insurance options such as: Additional access to Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance Policy; Short Term Disability; Accidental, Critical Illness, and Cancer Policy

As a Sales Associate you would be responsible for providing an exceptional customer experience by guiding customers through the vehicle purchase process. This role involves building strong product knowledge, understanding customer needs, presenting vehicle options, and achieving monthly sales goals while upholding the Dealership’s standards of professionalism, integrity, and customer service. You would report to a Sales Manager.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Must have at least 1 year of verifiable working experience in Dealership Sales
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with computers, CRM systems, and office software.
• Valid California Sales License, required.
• Bilingual, (Preferred but not necessary)
• Ability to multi-task in a demanding environment
• Team oriented, flexible and focused on maintaining a high level of customer service.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
• Ability to demonstrate the ability to pass pre-employment testing including background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver's license
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under shop insurance policy (Not an excluded driver)

Essential Duties, but not limited to:

• Greet and engage customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Identify customer needs, provide product information, and recommend appropriate vehicle options.
• Conduct test drives and demonstrate vehicle features in compliance with dealership policies.
• Negotiate and finalize vehicle sales transactions while ensuring compliance with all legal and dealership requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of inventory, pricing, promotions, and financing options.
• Achieve or exceed monthly sales goals as assigned.
• Accurately complete all sales documentation, reporting, and CRM entries in a timely manner.
• Follow-up with prospective and existing customers to foster long-term relationships and repeat business.
• Participate in sales meetings, training sessions, and dealership promotional events as required.
• Collaborate with team members and management to ensure a positive dealership environment and efficient operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: Current State Minimum Hourly Rate + Monthly Commissions per deal
Type: Full-time status

Apply today and find out all our dealership has to offer!

Pay: $45,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)

Experience:

• Dealership Sales : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CA Sales License (Required)

Work Location: In person