Description
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Fife, WA
Reports to: General/Sales Manager
Salary: $55,000 - $105,000 annually
Compensation Structure
- 30% commission (after pack) up to $4,000 per unit sold
- $200 mini with potential $500 mini
- Other spiffs and bonuses are available as dictated by management.
The Ideal Candidate
Audi of Tacoma is seeking highly motivated, energetic Sales Associates to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to thrive in a high-volume dealership with one of the most aggressive compensation plans in the industry. As part of our growing team, you will receive lead submissions from customers who have already shown interest in our vehicles online. Your role will involve contacting them, guiding them through the process, and ultimately bringing them to the dealership to find the perfect vehicle. We pride ourselves on a dynamic and supportive environment, and we are looking for people who are ready to make a significant impact on our sales team.
At Audi of Tacoma, we offer the opportunity to build a long-term career with unlimited growth potential. If you are driven, passionate, and eager to contribute to a high-performance team, we would love to see what you can bring to our store!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead Management: Handle inbound leads from top lead providers and follow up effectively.
- Appointment Setting: Schedule and confirm appointments with potential customers.
- Customer Relations: Build lasting relationships with customers through consistent communication.
- Product Expertise: Be a vehicle expert and know all product offerings, optional packages, and the latest technology.
- Customer Engagement: Answer consumer questions, send additional photos, and provide price information.
- Sales Strategy: Send promotional emails to engage customers on a bi-weekly/monthly basis.
- Negotiation & Closing: Effectively negotiate and close deals to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Lead Tracking: Track leads to maximize sales potential and advertising resources.
- Multitasking: Prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to meet and exceed sales goals and deadlines.
- Record Keeping: Submit concise, complete, and clear records for both dealership and consumer.
- Overcoming Objections: Learn to handle objections effectively and thrive in sales situations.
Why Join Audi of Tacoma?
- Aggressive Compensation: Enjoy competitive commissions and bonuses with uncapped earning potential.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the growing Larson Automotive Group.
- Supportive Team: Work with a high-energy, motivated team that will support your success.
- Prestigious Brand: Represent one of the most respected and luxurious automotive brands.
If you’re passionate about cars and sales, and you’re ready to take your career to the next level, apply today and join the Audi of Tacoma team!
Larson Automotive Benefits:
- Medical Coverage: Full-time employees are eligible for group medical insurance beginning the first of the month following 60 consecutive days of employment. We offer four plan options, including a $0 cost plan for employees.
- Vision & Dental Insurance: Optional vision and dental plans are available to enhance your coverage.
- Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance:
o $10,000 in life insurance
o $40,000 in AD&D insurance for all benefits-eligible employees
- Additional Coverage Options:
o Supplemental Life and AD&D
o Long-Term Disability (LTD)
o Accident Insurance
o Hospital Indemnity
o Pet Insurance
Wellness & Support Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): A confidential, no-cost program offering support for:
o Mental health and emotional well-being
o Substance abuse
o Financial and legal challenges
o Family and relationship concerns
- KOFE (Knowledge of Financial Education): A free financial wellness program that provides budgeting tools, educational content, and personal finance support.
Retirement Planning
- 401(k) with Company Match:
o Eligible after 60 days of employment (age 21+).
o Automatic enrollment starts at 3%, increasing by 1% annually for the first 3 years.
o Company match: 50% of the first 4% contributed.
o Optional flat-dollar and ROTH contributions available.
o Employees can opt out at any time.
Time Off & Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO):
o Accrual begins on your first day.
o Eligible to use after 90 days of employment.
o Accrual schedule:
0–2 years: 1 hour per 40 hours worked
3–10 years: 1.53 hours per 40 hours worked
10+ years: 2.30 hours per 40 hours worked
- Paid Holidays: Hourly employees receive six paid holidays per year.
Employee Perks
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program: Access exclusive pricing on all brands we offer. Contact your dealership’s General Manager to learn more.
We are committed to supporting our employees with the resources they need to thrive—personally and professionally. Join Larson Automotive Group and build a rewarding future with a team that invests in your success.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent; or 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or combination of education and experience
- Available to work flexible hours & weekends.
- Previous automotive sales experience is preferred, but not necessary.
- Ready to hit the ground running on learning new product ins & outs.
- Effective communication skills
- Professional, well-groomed personal appearance.
- Basic mathematical aptitude
- Ability to apply and understand reasoning.
- Clean driving record, with valid driver license.
- Willing to submit to a background check & drug screening.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
