New Vehicle Director

New Vehicle Director 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 455 Steed Road, Ridgeland, MS 39157 Full-time Mercedes-Benz of Jackson 1,068 reviews

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L0830 Mercedes-Benz of Jackson Mercedes Benz of Jackson We are part of Lithia Motors, a Fortune 500, publicly traded (

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LAD) company that is on the fast track to even more success and development. Being one of the largest dealership groups in America, there are many opportunities for you to pursue your short and long-term career goals. The New Vehicle Manager is responsible for the appraisal, purchase, reconditioning, display, and merchandising of the new vehicle inventory. The New Vehicle Manager reports to the General Sales Manager/General Manager. Responsibilities Sales Team Training and Development Train sales team daily using meeting-in-a-box, role-play, product demonstrations and product quizzes to ensure Sales representatives are well versed in the sales process and manufacturer product knowledge. Walk the lot every day with the sales team to ensure complete knowledge of vehicle prices and overall condition of inventory, advertising, banners and area grounds. Build effective sales team by communicating expected performance standards, monitoring performance, identifying development needs, coaching and mentoring Transaction Facilitation Meet and greet all customers early in sales process and stay actively involved throughout process Determine vehicle purchase terms, payment, interest, and trade values to customers following guarantee guidelines If utilizing Car Center, inspect vehicle and complete appraisal request process. Present purchase value to customer and ensure all customers have option to purchase as part of sales process. Present vehicle protection packages to consumer Secure financing for customers by utilizing professional relationships with lenders and working with them to get the best financing available Submit deals to bank electronically using appropriate dealer system (where applicable) Coordinate dealer trade requests initiated by customer New Vehicle Inventory New vehicle inventory must be valued at or below current competitive wholesale markets. Address and resolve customer concerns. Escalate issues as needed to General Manager Participate in store meetings including, but not limited to: Sales Receivables, Save-A-Deal, and Store Manager meetings Ensure exact customer counts and logging of all customer contact into LSMS. Include all showroom traffic, service customer inquiries, internet leaders, and incoming sales phone calls. Other duties and administrative items as requested Skills and Qualifications Strong attention to detail Sense of urgency Excellent communication Typing - ability to type efficiently Mathematics - ability to solve basic math calculations Basic Computer skills We offer best in class industry benefits: Competitive pay Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Paid Holidays & PTO Short and Long-Term Disability Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Lithia Learning Center Vehicle Purchase Discounts Wellness Programs High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.