Sales Team Leader

Lithia Motors, Inc.

• $75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of automotive sales experience, with a focus on leadership or supervisory roles.
  • Proven track record in coaching and developing high-performing sales teams.
  • Strong negotiation, closing, and customer relationship skills essential.
  • Outstanding results orientation with a history of meeting sales goals.
  • Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
  • Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-obsessed environment.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure sales targets are met by holding team accountable to sales processes.
  • Manage daily activities of sales staff to achieve productivity goals.
  • Engage with customers directly when necessary to assist sales efforts.
  • Conduct regular walkthroughs with team to assess inventory and sales conditions.
  • Recruit, train, and develop sales staff through effective training methods.
  • Monitor performance and provide coaching to enhance team skills.
  • Assist sales representatives to ensure a positive customer experience.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay structure.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available.
  • Paid Holidays and PTO provided.
  • Short and Long-Term Disability coverage offered.
  • Paid Life Insurance policy included.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan available to employees.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation.
  • Access to Lithia Learning Center for professional development.
  • Discounts on vehicle purchases offered to employees.
  • Wellness Programs to support health and well-being.
Full Job Description
Dealership:
L0004 Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Now Hiring: Sales Team Lead
  • Pay: $7,500 per month and up based on individual and team performance. Additional bonus opportunities available.
  • Schedule: Weekend availability required.


What You'll Do
  • Ensure vehicles sales goals are attained by holding team of Sales Representatives accountable to Lithia sales process and customer experience.
  • Manage daily activity of the specified sales staff using the daily work plan in LSMS to ensure sales volume and productivity goals are met.
  • Ensure specified salespeople are engaging directly with the customer. When there isn't enough coverage, engages directly with customer themselves.
  • Walk lot everyday with sales team to ensure knowledge of vehicle pricing and excellent condition of inventory, advertising, banners and area grounds.
  • Sales Staff Recruiting, Training and Development
  • Train sales team staff daily using meeting-in-a-box, role-play, storyboards, product demonstrations and product quizzes to ensure all are well versed in the sales process and manufacturer product knowledge.
  • Develop sales team staff by communicating expected performance standards, monitoring performance, identifying development needs and mentoring.
  • Assist team of Sales Representatives with customers when needed to achieve sale of vehicle.
  • Remain aware of all customers on lot and ensure their customer buying experience is progressing as expected.


What You'll Bring
  • Previous automotive sales experience required; leadership or supervisory experience
  • Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop a high-performing sales team.
  • Strong closing, negotiation, and customer relationship-building skills.
  • Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
  • Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.


Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Paid Holidays & PTO
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Lithia Learning Center
  • Vehicle Purchase Discounts
  • Wellness Programs


Additional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

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