Automotive Sales Manager

Job Description:

Join The Gilbert Team! The Gilbert's  Family of Companies employs many people throughout the Okeechobee community and are consistently regarded as a premier place of employment in the area. Our team is made up of individuals at Gilbert Chevrolet, Gilbert Ford, Gilbert Oil Company, Gilbert Collision Center, Gilbert Fleet & Commercial, Gilbert Outdoors, Gilbert Line-X, Gilbert Trucking, Gilbert Transports and Gilbert Realty Group. The diversity of the businesses helps increase opportunities both within the individual business and at other locations. Paired with our culture of customer care, Gilbert has everything you are looking for in a long term employer. We're interested in helping you take this next step in your career. We know that happy employees lead to happy customers! We are seeking an Automotive Sales Manager who will oversee and guide the sales team to achieve sales targets and maintain a high level of customer service.   BENEFITS      Medical, dental vision and supplemental plans are offered     401K Plan (matching)           Paid Time Off, including Holiday Pay     Competitive pay based on experience     Family friendly atmosphere and schedule, including closed on Sundays     Large customer retention base    Well established, experienced and trained sales team     Family owned and operated for over 100 years RESPONSIBILITIES  Manage the activities of the sales staff to ensure sales goals are met. Train, cross-train and develop sales staff on best practices in follow-up communication and taking care of the customer. Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. Manage daily sales activities and showroom operations. Track sales efforts, monitor progress to quotas and maintain accurate records of customer data. Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Must be proficient with CRM and DMS REQUIREMENTS  High school diploma or equivalent Able to work in fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal and time management skills Strong communication and organizational skills F & I Experience, a plus Clean driving record & valid driver’s license We are a Drug Free Workplace 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.