Automotive Sales Representative
Southgate Volkswagen is looking for an outgoing, motivated Automotive Sales Representative to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, building relationships, and helping customers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle.
Automotive sales experience is not required. We are happy to train the right person. Candidates with backgrounds in hospitality, customer service, retail, service, or sales in another industry are encouraged to apply. If you are energetic, personable, and driven to succeed, automotive sales can be a rewarding and profitable career path.
As part of the Southgate Volkswagen sales team, you will work with customers throughout their vehicle purchase journey, from the first conversation to final delivery and follow-up.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist customers with new and pre-owned vehicle purchases
- Ask thoughtful questions and listen carefully to understand each customer’s needs, budget, and lifestyle
- Present vehicle options, features, accessories, technology, and benefits in a clear and professional manner
- Guide customers through test drives and the vehicle selection process
- Work with the sales management team to review pricing, payment options, trade-ins, and purchase details
- Follow up with customers before and after the sale to ensure a positive experience
- Meet monthly sales and customer satisfaction targets
- Introduce customers to the Service Department and help create a smooth ownership experience
- Maintain accurate customer information and follow-up activity using dealership tools and CRM systems
- Build long-term customer relationships through consistent communication and professional service
Qualifications
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Positive attitude and a genuine interest in helping people
- Self-motivated with the ability to work toward personal and dealership goals
- Comfortable learning vehicle features, technology, and product information
- Organized, reliable, and able to follow up consistently
- Professional appearance and approach
- Previous sales, hospitality, retail, or customer service experience is considered an asset
- Previous automotive sales experience is welcome but not required
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
Why Join Southgate Volkswagen?
At Southgate Volkswagen, we believe in treating our team members with respect while providing the tools, training, and guidance needed to succeed. You will have access to modern sales tools, customer management systems, vehicle appraisal resources, and an experienced leadership team that is available to help you grow.
This role offers the opportunity to build your own book of business, develop long-term customer relationships, and grow your income through a competitive commission pay plan.
What We Offer
- Competitive commission-based pay plan
- Hands-on, digital, and classroom training
- Supportive management team
- Modern dealership tools and technology
- Opportunities for long-term career growth
- A professional, customer-focused dealership environment
If you are ready to start or grow your career in automotive sales, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to join the Southgate Volkswagen team.
Southgate Volkswagen is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Commission
Pay: $60,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Experience:
- sales: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
