Sonic Automotive
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Automotive Salesperson - Philpott Motors

Pay
$36,000 – $150,000 per year
Location
Nederland, TX · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Listed
24 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • customer needs assessment
  • vehicle sales
  • contract negotiation

Also useful

  • automotive sales experience

Stated benefits & perks

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k match
  • Pto

Summary

As an Automotive Sales Associate, you will play a key role in assisting customers with their vehicle purchase, providing information about available models, and ensuring a positive buying experience. Your enthusiasm for automobiles and excellent communication skills will contribute to the success of our sales department. Duties and

Responsibilities

  • Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner to understand customers' needs and preferences to recommend suitable vehicles.
  • Conduct test drives to showcase features and performance.
  • Stay up-to-date on the features, specifications, and pricing of all available vehicle models to provide accurate and detailed information about vehicles to customers.
  • Guide customers through the sales process, including vehicle selection, financing options, and trade-ins.
  • Negotiate and finalize sales agreements in a transparent and customer-friendly manner.
  • Follow up with customers after the sale to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers for potential repeat business and referrals.
  • Collaborate with other sales team members and departments to ensure a seamless customer experience.
  • Participate in sales meetings and training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.
  • Work towards achieving individual and team sales targets.
  • Utilize effective sales techniques to maximize sales opportunities.

Required Qualifications

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiasm for automobiles and a genuine interest in helping customers.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
  • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.
  • Nice-to-Have Experience: Previous experience in automotive sales.
  • Strong negotiation and closing skills.

Compensation (Draw)

Commission-based plan with potential to earn $36,000 - $150,000+ (If meeting and exceeding sales goals) Schedule: Full-time: 40-hour work week 5x days a week (Off Sundays and 1x weekday) Benefits: Medical Dental Vision 401k with matches PTO accrual All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

At Philpott Motors, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Read the original posting

From Sonic Automotive's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 17, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Automotive Salesperson - Philpott Motors role at Sonic Automotive?

The Automotive Salesperson - Philpott Motors posting at Sonic Automotive states compensation of $36,000 – $150,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Sonic Automotive's official career site.

Where is the Automotive Salesperson - Philpott Motors job at Sonic Automotive located?

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