Join Our Team as a Vehicle Salesperson at Pennyrile Ford!

At Pennyrile Ford, we pride ourselves on being a part of the local community, delivering excellent customer service and providing our customers with a stress-free, transparent car buying experience. As a small town dealership, we understand the importance of relationships, and we value our employees' work-life balance as much as we value our customers' satisfaction. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking motivated and customer-oriented team members to join our close-knit team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting customers in selecting and purchasing new and pre-owned vehicles, ensuring they have a positive and personalized experience. Our ideal candidate is passionate about cars, has excellent communication skills, and is committed to helping customers find the right vehicle to meet their needs. If you don't have lots of product knowledge, that's OK! We have a robust training program.

Responsibilities:

• Greet customers with a friendly, positive attitude and establish rapport quickly
• Guide customers through the entire sales process, from vehicle selection to to financing options.
• Provide detailed information about our Ford lineup, as well as preowned vehicles.
• Listen to customers' needs and preferences to help them make informed decisions. 
• Offer test drives and demonstrate vehicle features and benefits.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of current inventory, pricing, promotions, and manufacturer incentives.
• Build long term relationships with customers to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and address and questions and concerns.
• Work collaboratively with the sales team and other departments to deliver a seamless customer experience. 

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in sales, particularly in the automotive industry, is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong customer service focus, with a friendly and approachable demeanor
• Abilility to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong negotiation and closing skills
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required

If you have a passion for cars and customer service, and you're looking for a role that offers flexibility and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!  Apply here or submit your resume and brief cover letter to our General Manager Jamie Townsend at jamie@pennyrileford.com.

Benefits:

• Work-life balance. We understand the importance of family, personal time, and flexibility. We are closed every Sunday, plus you will receive a weekday off and another weekday to leave early.

• Community Focus: As a small town dealership, we take pride in being active members of our community and fostering relationships that go beyond just sales.

• Supportive Environment: You'll be part of a supportive team where your contributions are recognized and valued

• Training Opportunities: We provide ongoing training and development to help you succeed and grow in your career

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus commission with potential for bonuses based on performance

• 401K matching

• Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance

• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and services

• Paid time off

• Holiday bonuses