Automotive Sales Professional

Automotive Sales Consultant

Mercedes-Benz of Champaign
📍 Champaign, IL

The Leman Automotive Group is one of the largest and most respected automotive groups in Central Illinois. Family-owned since 1963, we proudly operate 13 dealerships and employ nearly 700 team members across the region. With over 60 years of success, our continued growth is driven by one core belief—building lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and community.

Mercedes-Benz of Champaign is seeking motivated, customer-focused individuals to join our luxury sales team. This is an opportunity to represent one of the most prestigious automotive brands in the world while building a rewarding and high-earning career. If you are professional, driven, and passionate about delivering an exceptional client experience, we want to meet you.

Mercedes-Benz of Champaign is offering a $1,500 sign‑on incentive for qualified candidates with prior automotive sales experience:

• $250 upon completion of 30 days of employment
• $250 upon completion of 60 days of employment
• $1,000 upon completion of 90 days of employment

All payouts are contingent upon active employment and satisfactory performance at each milestone.

Guaranteed income during training

$60,000 – $150,000+ first-year earning potential

Five-day work week (Closed Sundays)

Ability to draw inventory from sister stores with 1,000+ pre‑owned vehicles

Bonus and incentive programs, including employee vehicle purchase and lease plans

Active prospecting and follow‑up department to support your success

Competitive starting wage

Full training with an experienced mentor and strong management support

Career growth opportunities across 13 dealerships

Comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• FREE Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee and local business discounts

Deliver an exceptional, luxury-level customer experience from initial contact through vehicle delivery.

Build lasting relationships with clients through professionalism, responsiveness, and product expertise.

Assist clients in selecting vehicles that best fit their lifestyle, needs, and preferences.

Demonstrate vehicles and conduct test drives while highlighting Mercedes‑Benz technology, performance, and safety features.

Guide clients through the purchase process, including financing, delivery, and ownership orientation.

Maintain knowledge of current Mercedes‑Benz models, features, options, and technology.

Maintain prospecting and follow‑up systems to generate repeat and referral business.

Attend dealership and manufacturer training sessions and sales meetings.

Work collaboratively with service, finance, and management teams.

Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations governing automotive sales.

Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Automotive sales experience is NOT required.

Strong work ethic, professionalism, and desire to succeed.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Ability to deliver a premium, client-focused experience.

Sales or customer service experience is a plus (hospitality, retail, finance, etc.).

Professional appearance and demeanor consistent with a luxury brand.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Mercedes‑Benz represents innovation, performance, and luxury. As part of the Sam Leman Automotive Group, you will be supported by experienced leadership, proven processes, and opportunities for advancement across our growing organization. We are committed to helping our employees build successful, long‑term careers.

We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.