Automotive Sales Manager (New & Used Vehicles) | Up to $150K+ at Alexandria Motors in Minneapolis, MN

Job description

• Alexandria Motors is hiring an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to lead our New and Used Vehicle Sales Departments in Alexandria, Minnesota.
• We are looking for a proven dealership sales leader who knows how to drive vehicle sales, increase gross profit, desk deals, manage inventory, coach sales professionals, and build a high-performing team. If you have successful automotive dealership management experience and are ready for an opportunity with strong earning potential and significant leadership responsibility, we want to hear from you.
• Highly qualified candidates outside the Alexandria area are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance or a relocation bonus may be available based on experience and qualifications.
• This is an opportunity to take a meaningful leadership role with an established dealership serving customers throughout Central Minnesota. You will have the opportunity to lead both New and Used Vehicle Sales, develop your team, influence dealership strategy, and directly contribute to the continued growth of Alexandria Motors. Successful leaders here are given the opportunity to make an impact—not simply maintain the status quo.
• If you are currently a Sales Manager, New Car Sales Manager, Used Car Sales Manager, General Sales Manager, Desk Manager, or experienced automotive sales leader looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the New and Used Vehicle Sales teams
• Drive new and pre-owned vehicle sales, gross profit, and overall department performance
• Desk deals and assist Sales Consultants throughout the sales process
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing sales professionals
• Set performance expectations and hold the sales team accountable to established goals
• Monitor sales volume, gross profit, closing ratios, CSI, and other key dealership performance metrics
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales and profitability
• Manage vehicle inventory, pricing, merchandising, and aging units
• Ensure effective follow-up of internet leads, phone opportunities, and showroom traffic
• Partner with Finance, Service, Parts, and dealership leadership to maximize overall performance
• Maintain a professional, customer-focused sales environment
• Help create an exceptional buying experience that builds repeat and referral business

Requirements

• Previous Automotive Sales Manager experience required
• Proven success managing or leading an automotive dealership sales team
• Strong understanding of dealership sales processes, desking, inventory management, and profitability
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales volume and gross profit
• Strong leadership, coaching, recruiting, and employee-development skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Results-driven with the ability to motivate and hold a team accountable
• Professional, organized, and committed to operating with integrity
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

Skills

Required

• Leadership
• Coaching
• Recruiting
• Communication
• Customer service
• Results-driven
• Motivational
• Professional
• Organized
• Integrity
• Dealership sales processes
• Desking

Benefits

• $100,000–$150,000+ annual earning potential
• Competitive performance-based compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid manufacturer and leadership training
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
• Career advancement opportunities
• Modern dealership tools and technology
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment