Starting a career in automotive sales can prove to be a very rewarding job. For those who are interested in or just starting out in sales, auto sales offer a diverse range of opportunities:
- Social Interactions – The auto sales industry creates the perfect opportunity to build and maintain relationships with a very diverse population. There may be lots of different types of people in the world, but one thing is for sure, most of us own vehicles and that fact alone, draws customers to auto dealerships all over the country. A career in the automotive sales industry gives you a platform to gain sales experience while helping people all at the same time.
- Career Advancement – The potential for upward movement into management roles will follow those who have proven themselves in the sales department. Who better to manage than those who are successful?
- Technology Opportunities – Gone are the days of the “hard sell” in the dealership parking lot. People have abundant access to the internet and that access has brought change to sales careers, specifically, the auto industry. Customers are more tech-savvy and salespeople need to be as well. Our dealership will equip you with the most current sales and self-marketing tools available so that you can grow your brand and your business.
- Salary – On average, sales professionals in the auto industry earn a base salary plus commissions from their car sales. They can also receive company sponsored benefits and often times a discount when they purchase a vehicle from the dealership. Total salary can vary based on several factors like the types of vehicles sold, the location of the lot and of course, how good the salesperson is at selling automobiles. But, if your good at building rapport with others, the sky is the limit and compensation can be very rewarding.
There are lots of jobs and career paths you can take in the sales industry. If you are interested in ways you can succeed within the auto industry and advance your career, please contact me for more information about our dealership.
