Sales Assistant - Mandan Ford

Eide Mandan Ford is looking for a Sales Assistant to join our growing team. We are looking for an individual who values customer service and looking for a long-term career opportunity. Automotive sales experience is not necessary, however, previous experience in sales or customer service-related industries is helpful.  

We offer an extensive initial training program with regards to our processes, product knowledge and the skills necessary to be successful in today's automotive industry. We pride ourselves in developing our sales staff for growth within our company.  We are a progressive organization that values our employees and customers. We embrace change and technology and  we are always looking for ways to become better.

What We’re Looking For:

• As a Sales Assistant, you will be the first point of contact with our customers and you will build strong customer relationships that are based on authentic ongoing engagement. 
• You’ll be instrumental in helping increase overall store sales.  You will be working for an established and growing company that prides itself on providing its employees with a supportive family environment that encourages personal initiative and professional growth.  Previous experience in automotive sales is not necessary.
• We believe in promoting from within, so you will have opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility. Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

What We Offer:

• Excellent pay with BONUS OPPORTUNITIES.
• Advanced placement opportunities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Immediate Company Match
• Paid time off
• Voluntary Benefits and Fringe Benefits (Employee Pricing, Free Gym Membership, and more!)
• Sundays Off

Responsibilities:

• Communicating with customers in a professional manner via: phone, text, email and in person.
• Build rapport with customers while at the dealership.
• Confirm appointments and prepare vehicles for appointments.
• Prepare vehicles for demonstration drives. This would include: warming up vehicles, filling vehicles with gas and ensuring vehicles are clean and presentable for our customers. 
• Vehicle demonstration drives with customers and explain vehicle features and technology in a professional manner. 
• Organize necessary paperwork for customers and Eide staff.
• Transport vehicles to our wash bay facility.
• Deliver sold vehicles to customers and further explain vehicle features and technology in a professional manner. 
• Transport customer vehicles for accessories installation. 
• Resolve customer issues and problems in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma OR GED; college degree preferred.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Available to work mornings, evenings and Saturdays.
• Customer service experience is a plus.
• Sales experience preferred but not required
• Background in sports or other competitive environments a plus.
• Experience with commission-based sales.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment screen (Background Check).

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.