Hendrick Automotive Group — the nation's largest privately owned dealer group, voted #1 for online reputation six straight years, and a back-to-back winner of Automotive News' Best Dealerships to Work For — is hiring Sales Consultants for our growing Kia dealership in Concord, NC. If you're motivated, customer-focused, and ready to build a real sales career with a brand that's generating serious momentum, this is your opportunity.
EV6. EV9. Telluride. Stinger. Kia is building vehicles people want — and our sales team is earning at the top of the market because of it.
Top performers earn $100,000+.
$60,000–$100,000+ per year
Performance-based pay structure. Starting salary guarantee available.
SCHEDULE:
• Full-time — rotating day, evening, and weekend shifts
• Dealership hours: Monday–Sunday, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
BENEFITS:
• Performance-based pay plans and bonuses — top earners reach $100,000+
• Starting salary guarantee
• NO COST employee healthcare, prescription, and life insurance
• Dental, vision, and supplemental coverage
• 100% paid training — Sales Onboarding Program included
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off, vacation, holiday, and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Program (no cost)
• Employee discounts
• Comprehensive recognition and rewards programs
• Career growth within one of the largest privately owned dealer groups in the country.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Greet customers and identify their needs to recommend suitable vehicles from our Kia inventory.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations highlighting vehicle features, technology, and EV/hybrid capabilities.
• Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline through outbound calls, follow-ups, and B2B interactions.
• Negotiate pricing, financing options, and trade-in values to close deals effectively and ethically.
• Recommend additional products — warranties, accessories, and service packages — to enhance the customer experience.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions using CRM software.
• Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and build long-term relationships.
• Stay current on Kia product lineup, EV technology, and industry trends.
• Support inventory management by tracking vehicle availability and coordinating with the sales team.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• 2+ years of direct customer-facing sales experience preferred — automotive or similar fast-paced environment.
• Previous dealership experience highly desirable; motivated newcomers with strong sales backgrounds encouraged to apply.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close deals confidently and ethically.
• Excellent communication skills — bilingual proficiency is a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM software and retail math principles.
• Outstanding phone etiquette, relationship-building ability, and customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to build a pipeline through outbound sales and follow-up activity.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position involves frequent movement throughout dealership facilities — indoors, outdoors, and on customer test drives. Work includes regular interaction with customers, sales management, and other departments across the dealership lot and showroom.
OUR CORE VALUES:
Servant Leadership · Teamwork through Trust & Respect · Integrity · Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm · Passion for Winning · Accountability at All Levels · Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Accelerate your career. Apply now.
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Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of direct customer-facing sales experience, preferably in automotive or a similar fast-paced environment
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to close deals confidently and ethically
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with CRM software and retail math principles
- Strong phone etiquette, relationship-building ability, and customer service orientation
- Demonstrated ability to build a sales pipeline through outbound sales and follow-up
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Hendrick Automotive Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hendrick Automotive Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Hendrick Automotive Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Employer-paid or low-cost individual medical coverage is frequently highlighted as a standout element, with supplemental dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options available. Feedback suggests this level of coverage is considered strong within automotive retail.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently described as part of the package, complementing core medical benefits. Employees also note financial-related perks such as discounts on vehicles, parts, and services.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and paid holidays are described as standard for many full-time roles. Some materials also reference recognition programs and team events that round out the overall offering.
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What We Do
Hendrick Automotive Group is the largest privately held automotive retail organization in the United States, operating numerous dealerships and collision centers across the country.
