Job Description
The Business Development/Internet Sales Representative is a technically savvy individual who understands computers, the internet, and other technologies and who can communicate in a clear, efficient way with customers using their preferred method of communication (internet/email, mobile/Smartphones, tablets, etc.). He or she is extremely knowledgeable about our vehicles and services, the industry, and our market, including vehicle selection, performance, accessories, efficiencies, safety features and functions, and financing options. The Sales Representative responds to customer inquiries relating to vehicles, products, and services via the internet, mobile or smartphones, and other electronic media and presents new and pre-owned vehicles to customers in an attractive and highly informative fashion that promotes a prompt sale. In addition, the Sales Representative maintains an ongoing relationship with customers to encourage networking and repeat business.
The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or GED (post-high school education preferred), a proven sales performance record (in any industry), and a willingness to continuously prospect to sell a minimum quota on an ongoing basis. He or she must have a strong understanding of today's technologies and have excellent computer, internet, and mobile/Smartphone and tablet skills. Fluent English speaking and writing skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Verifiable sales performance (any industry)
- Demonstrated ability to close sales
- Negotiation expertise
- Strong computer/internet, mobile/Smartphone, and Social Media skills
- Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff
- Outgoing personality and willing to work with the public on a daily basis
- Neat, clean, and professional appearance
- Able to achieve goals with limited direct supervision
- Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is an in-person position and attendance is required to maintain employment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Company DescriptionSince Southern Team opened our doors on October 3rd 1988, we've been fortunate to become one of the MOST successful automotive dealership groups in the state of Virginia. From our humble beginnings as a Hyundai dealership in Roanoke, VA (when most Americans didn't even know what a Hyundai was) to our new Hyundai, Nissan, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Prestige Collection. We even have a Nissan dealership in Christiansburg, VA and have grown to over 300 employees!
And that's not all!!! Construction is almost complete on our modern, brand-new, state-of-the-art Hyundai dealership! This means not only will we continue to meet all of your automotive needs, but we will also be looking for and filling positions for Sales Consultants, Service Advisors, and Service Technicians (just to name a few) along with many other career opportunities that will be available.
We would love to have you join us at any of our Southern Team locations! If you are interested in learning more about our various openings and upcoming job opportunities, please visit us at www.southernteamautomall.com or www.careers.hireology.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other protected characteristic.
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Southern Wellness: A Free HealthCare Incentive Plan
- Medical GAP Insurance
- Dental
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - John Hancock
- Short Term and Long Term Disability (Voluntary Benefit)
- Accident Solution Plan (Voluntary Benefit)
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
- Cancer Protection Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
- MASA Medical Transport Solutions (Voluntary Benefit)
- Direct Deposit