Pre-Owned Sales Manager

VIP Automotive Group

• $125K — $150K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Pre-Owned Sales Manager / Used Car Manager experience
  • Proven experience managing a used car or pre-owned automotive department
  • Strong knowledge of the pre-owned vehicle market and auction conditions
  • Experience with vehicle appraisals, inventory acquisition, pricing, and merchandising
  • Experienced in managing high-dollar used vehicle inventory
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate an automotive sales team

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage daily operations of the Pre-Owned / Used Car Department
  • Develop and execute strategies to increase used vehicle sales and gross profit
  • Monitor inventory levels, pricing, turn rates, and profitability
  • Appraise and manage pre-owned vehicle inventory
  • Desk deals and assist sales professionals with negotiations
  • Establish monthly sales objectives and strategies to achieve them
  • Train, coach, and motivate sales personnel

Benefits

  • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Vehicle, Parts & Service Discounts
  • Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Full Job Description
Pre-Owned Sales Manager - Used Car Manager

Merrick Jeep Chrysler Dodge Inc. - Merrick, NY
VIP Automotive Group of Long Island
Full-Time | $125,000 - $150,000+ Annually
Inclusive of Commission, Bonuses & Performance Incentives

🚗 Experienced Pre-Owned Sales Manager Wanted - Immediate Opportunity

Merrick Jeep Chrysler Dodge Inc., a proud member of the VIP Automotive Group of Long Island, is seeking an experienced and results-driven Pre-Owned Sales Manager / Used Car Manager to lead our Pre-Owned Sales Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Automotive Sales Manager who understands the used car market, thrives in a high-volume dealership environment, and knows how to maximize used vehicle inventory, gross profit, sales volume, and return on investment.

The ideal candidate is ambitious, competitive, dependable, goal-oriented, and passionate about developing a successful automotive sales team.

💰 Competitive Compensation

$125,000 - $150,000+ per year

Compensation is based on experience and is inclusive of commission, bonuses, and performance incentives.

What We're Looking For
  • 2+ years of Pre-Owned Sales Manager / Used Car Manager experience
  • Proven experience managing a used car or pre-owned automotive department
  • Strong knowledge of the pre-owned vehicle market and auction conditions
  • Experience with vehicle appraisals, inventory acquisition, pricing, and merchandising
  • Strong understanding of used vehicle gross profit and ROI
  • Ability to manage and control high-dollar used vehicle inventory
  • Proven ability to lead, train, coach, and motivate an automotive sales team
  • Strong desking and deal-closing skills
  • Excellent knowledge of dealership CRM and computer systems
  • Ability to analyze market data and make sound inventory decisions
  • Exceptional communication and people skills
  • Highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines and department expectations
  • Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and professionalism
  • Competitive mindset with a proven track record of achieving sales goals

Key Responsibilities - Pre-Owned Sales Manager
  • Lead and manage the daily operations of the Pre-Owned / Used Car Department
  • Develop and execute strategies to increase used vehicle sales, gross profit, and market share
  • Monitor inventory levels, aging, pricing, turn rate, and profitability
  • Appraise, acquire, price, and manage pre-owned vehicle inventory
  • Evaluate vehicles for purchase and monitor auction market conditions
  • Manage high-dollar inventory while protecting dealership investment and profitability
  • Maintain the safety, quality, condition, and marketability of used vehicles
  • Review inventory and make pricing and merchandising recommendations
  • Desk deals and assist sales professionals with negotiations and closing
  • Monitor individual and department sales performance
  • Establish monthly sales objectives and develop strategies to achieve goals
  • Train, coach, and motivate sales personnel
  • Hold the sales team accountable for performance, customer follow-up, and CSI
  • Utilize CRM and dealership technology to monitor leads, opportunities, and sales activity
  • Ensure vehicles are properly marketed and positioned competitively
  • Maintain compliance with dealership policies and applicable regulations
  • Work closely with General Sales Management, Finance, Service, and other departments
  • Create a professional, competitive, and team-oriented sales environment

Employee Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Vehicle, Parts & Service Discounts
  • Supplemental Benefit Plans
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Take the Next Step in Your Automotive Career

If you are an experienced Pre-Owned Sales Manager, Used Car Manager, or Automotive Sales Manager with a proven ability to maximize inventory investment, increase profitability, and lead a high-performing sales team, we want to hear from you.

Join the team at Merrick Jeep and put your pre-owned automotive management experience to work.

Apply today for the Pre-Owned Sales Manager position.

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