Ford Automotive Sales Associate - Full-time / Part-time

Phil Long Ford of Raton is seeking hard charging Sales Associates. Our Sales Team sells with a consultative approach and are committed to creating a great buying AND ownership experience for our clientele. Benefits * Medical, Dental, & Vision * 401k * Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance * Accident, Cancer & Critical Illness Insurance * Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability Plan * Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account * Paid Time Off Responsibilities * Greet and guide customer as they appear on the lot to proceed into the sales process. * Assist the customers to find a vehicle that meets their needs by using the current inventory sheets * Work with management to effectively sell vehicles and increase customer satisfaction * Enhance the sales process by demonstrating the vehicles features on the lot * Assist customers in the completion of their sales applications * Assist management to increase sales by inspecting the lot s vehicles daily reporting any problems to the General Manager * Complete trade-in evaluation drives. * Assist management in ensuring the lot is merchandised correctly to maximize sales * Structure a follow-up system for contacting customers at a later date to make sure they are satisfied about with regard to their vehicle, or their dealership experience. Qualifications * Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday * Present a positive, professional image of the sales consultant and dealership to the customer * Outgoing and friendly personality, especially while handling objections * Quality customer service skills and sales track record * Strong interpersonal and communications skills one-on-one and over the phone * Persuasive and able to overcome customer objections during the sales process * Proficient in basic business math including percentages * Capable of learning and using basic Microsoft Office, accounting software, and proprietary sales programs * Persistent, competitive and good work ethic * Focuses on the customer s needs to enhance dealership and personal sales * Assist in cleaning and washing vehicles