A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.
Gardner, MA Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $100,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Retirement plan Qualifications Interpersonal skills In-person customer service Passenger car sales Retail store experience Retail sales Full Job Description Automotive Assistant Sales Manager Salvadore Family of Dealerships | Gardner, MA Are you a proven automotive sales professional ready to take the next step into management, or an experienced Assistant Sales Manager looking for a dealership where you can make a real impact? The Salvadore Family of Dealerships is looking for a motivated, organized, customer-focused Assistant Sales Manager to join our leadership team. This is a selling management position for someone who enjoys being involved in the action. We are looking for a hands-on leader who can coach the sales team, assist with deal structure and closing, maintain accountability, and personally engage with customers when needed. Our ideal candidate understands that great sales management is about more than simply desking deals. It is about developing people, creating a positive customer experience, maintaining strong processes, and helping the entire department perform at a higher level. What You'll Do Work directly with the Sales Manager to achieve dealership sales and profitability goals Actively assist sales professionals with customers, negotiations, closing, and deal structure Step in and personally sell vehicles when needed Coach, motivate, and develop sales professionals throughout the sales process Conduct deal reviews and help maximize gross profit while maintaining a positive customer experience Ensure leads, phone calls, internet inquiries, and showroom opportunities are handled promptly and professionally Monitor CRM activity, follow-up, appointments, and salesperson accountability Help improve appointment show rates, closing ratios, and overall sales performance Assist with ongoing employee development Work closely with the Finance, Marketing, and Service departments to create a seamless customer experience Assist with, vehicle presentation, pricing awareness, and lot organization Help resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally Maintain a strong understanding of manufacturer programs, incentives, products, and competitive market conditions Help create an energetic, professional, accountable, and customer-first sales environment Who We're Looking For We want someone who is competitive without being cutthroat, confident without being arrogant, and driven without sacrificing the customer experience.
The right candidate will be:
An experienced automotive sales professional A proven closer with strong communication and negotiation skills Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities Comfortable working with CRM and dealership technology Strong at holding employees accountable while still being an effective coach Customer-focused and committed to building long-term relationships Able to analyze deals, sales performance, lead activity, and department opportunities Positive, professional, dependable, and team-oriented Comfortable working in a fast-paced dealership environment Motivated by both personal performance and the success of the entire team Automotive Experience Automotive retail sales experience is required. Management experience is preferred, but we are also interested in speaking with exceptional sales professionals who have demonstrated leadership ability and are ready to move into management. Experience with CRM systems, desking tools, digital retailing platforms, and dealership lead-management processes is strongly preferred. What Makes This Opportunity Different At Salvadore, we believe long-term success comes from treating customers well, developing employees, and creating a dealership experience people want to return to. We are looking for someone who wants to help lead the department, not simply hold a management title. You'll have the opportunity to: Sell and earn while developing your management career Work alongside an experienced leadership team Help train and develop sales professionals Influence sales processes and department performance Build lasting relationships with customers Be a key member of a long-standing, family-owned automotive organization Compensation Competitive compensation based on experience and performance. This position is designed to reward someone who can contribute both as a salesperson and as a leader , with strong earning potential for the right candidate. Schedule Full-time automotive retail schedule. Saturdays as required, Closed Sundays! Ready for the Next Step? If you're currently one of the strongest people on your sales floor and find yourself naturally helping other salespeople close deals, solve problems, and improve their performance, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. If you're already in management and want a position where you can stay involved in selling while helping build a stronger sales team, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today with your resume and tell us why you'd be a great addition to the Salvadore sales leadership team.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
