SALES CONSULTANT

Subaru of Portland, a dealership part of the O'Brien Auto Group, is looking for full-time Sales Consultants who are seeking opportunities to advance. We are looking for candidates who have a desire to grow with the company and are committed to working their shifts.

Subaru of Portland has very high standards for our employees, and we want to make sure that our customers have an excellent experience while at our dealership. We are looking for candidates who have a desire to grow with the company and are committed to working their shifts. If you are a top sales consultant with a proven track record in automotive sales, or just beginning your career, we have a place for you!

*Must be flexible and available all days of the week with minimum scheduling conflicts.

This position is paid 100% commission of personal production and unit counts or state Min Wage, whichever is greater. The percentages start at 25% and go up to 50% based off production. 

Subject to eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits:

• Bonuses
• Vacation – based on hire date and paid based on position.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/RX
• Ancillary Benefits such as Short/Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Spousal/Child coverages
• 401(k) plus company match

Sales Consultants have several different responsibilities and goals on a daily basis. A few must have responsibilities are:

• Handle all incoming internet inquiries and phone leads.
• Respond to emails in a professional, well-spoken manner.
• Assist customers in appropriate vehicle selection, providing industry knowledge and the highest level of customer happiness.
• Conceptualize and understand the psychology of internet customers and work with them accordingly to set appointment for a proper vehicle demonstration.
• Direct customers to product information resources, including those available on the internet.
• Deliver inquiries/messages intended for other sales personnel and departments promptly.
• Must have extensive knowledge of the vehicles they are selling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Automotive sales experience
• Customer service and/or retail experience
• People oriented
• Comfortable with compensation base on commission sales
• Professional personal appearance
• Strong technology skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Dealersocket CRM with the ability follow up and follow up again.
• Time management, prioritization skills, and ability to multitask required.
• Ambitious, goal-oriented mentality and eager to improve.
• Ability to hit sales quotas and closing percentages.

Equipment/Machines/Tools Typically Used: phone, computer, adding machine, copier, calculator, stapler, fax machine, pencils/pens, letter opener, scissors, and rulers.

Physical Demands: Required long periods (80-90% of work day) of standing and walking (on showroom floor, on dealership lot including interior and exterior of building). Capable of walking extensively on concrete. Infrequent sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. Lifting 20lbs or less and carrying 10lbs or less on a frequent basis. Frequent pushing and pulling, twisting and turning of trunk, reaching and handling of objects, occasional climbing, balancing and crawling.

Candidates for this position must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and motor vehicle record review.

Subaru of Portland is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.