Used Car Sales Manager - GPI

Bob Howard Buick/GMC is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified a dynamanic Used Vehicle Sales Manager to our team.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities

Group 1 Automotive, a Fortune 250 company, is a leading operator of automotive dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. If you are aligned with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail.  

All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, and drug testing to qualify for employment* 

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify 

• Meet monthly forecast for sales volume and sufficient gross to meet profit objectives.
• Create and organize all sales activities for the Used Car Sales department.
• Recruit, hire and develop a retail sales force.
• Establish a positive relationship with customers.
• Maintain vehicle inventory and days’ supply.
• Ensure that salespeople are informed of all used inventory and current advertising efforts, including rebates and incentives.
• Appraise all incoming used vehicles.
• Ensures that cosmetic and mechanical reconditioning is performed within the dealership’s cost and time limitations.
• Plans and controls the display of used vehicle inventory.
• Establishes and controls wholesaling activities.
• Work with the General Manager to forecast monthly sales and expenses.
• Enthusiastically assist sales people in customer interactions.
• Enhance customer satisfaction during the entire purchase experience.
• Supervise used car sales associates to ensure individual and department sales quotas are met.
• Partner with the Financial Services Department to develop and coordinate best practices for the most efficient and effective sales approach.
• Keep informed of auto auction activity and prices and attend auctions on a regular basis.
• Assist used car sales associates in closing sales as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned by management.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company’s Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors.

• Two or more years of previous experience in Automotive Sales Management preferably in the used car department.
• Proficient at operating a personal computer including Microsoft Office:  E-mail, Excel and Word.
• ADP Dealer Services Experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• A desire to work in a commission, performance-based, environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record.
• Great attitude with high-energy personality.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and work ethic.
• Ability to work well in a process driven environment.
• Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written.

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.