Experienced Automotive Sales Manager

Danbury Automotive Group

is looking for an Experience Automotive Sales Manager at our Danbury Kia showroom.

We need a strong manager, with superior desking and closing skills, who can assist the General Sales Manager, and can take charge of leading and motivating the sales team on a daily basis and bring them to the next level.

• Custom and Competitive Wage Plans Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
• Anthem Blue Cross, Met Life Vision and Dental
• 401K through NADA Access to Disability through Aflec
• 1 Week Vacation after the First Year, 2 Weeks after Two Years
• 6 Paid Sick Days Per Year
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Per Year
• Paid Training
• Employee Discounts on Parts and Services Employee Vehicle Purchase Programs
• Work Environment OSHA Certified to Current Air Quality Standards
• Highly Productive Shop
• All Training Expenses Paid to Further Your Career, Continued Education, Manufacturer Hands‑on and Web‑based Training

• Oversee desking and closing.
• Train, and motivate the sales team.
• Ensure that CRM and DMS procedures are followed to increase closing rates.
• Set clear goals and standards for the sales team to meet or exceed dealership and OEM CSI, sales, volume, and profit goals.
• Assist General Sales Manager with managing new and pre‑owned inventory to keep costs in line and the optimal number of vehicles available for sale.
• Work with the management team to maintain optimum efficiency and profitability for the dealership group.

• Proven track record in automotive sales
• Kia or Hyundai Certification a plus
• Success in CSI, market share, volume, and profit.
• Ability to identify and develop new talent.
• Understanding of CRM best practices to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of sales process.
• Experience in Pre‑owned inventory management and trade appraisal.