Now Hiring - Group 1 Automotive, Inc. - Internet Sales - Newport Lexus in Newport Beach, CA

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Overview: Newport Lexus is part of the fast growing Group 1 Automotive , a leader in automotive retail. We are looking to add a qualified INTERNET SALES PROFESSIONAL to our team. Group 1 is a Fortune 250 company that owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States, United Kingdom and Brazil. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism and teamwork - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend. * In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits: * Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance * 401(k) plan with company match * Paid Time-Off * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Employee Vehicle Purchase Program * Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities Responsibilities: * Demonstrates automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features; taking test drives; comparing and contrasting competitive models; explaining warranties and services. * Communicate and follow up with customers that contact the dealership through the internet. * Maintain high CSI score. * Prospect daily for potential customers; maintain consistent rapport with previously sold customers. * Maintain an owner follow up system that encourages repeat and referral business and contributes to customer satisfaction. * Continually learn about product updates, features, accessories, inventory and their benefits to the customer. * Realize that business is built on customer satisfaction and be devoted to guaranteeing satisfaction to our customers. * Establish personal goals that are consistent with dealership standards of productivity, and devise a strategy to meet those goals. * Learn to overcome objections; ask for the sale; negotiate price; complete sales or purchase agreement; explain and offer warranties, services, and finance. * Provide sales management information by completion reports. * Attend sales meetings and training sessions as required. * Follow all company policies and procedures. * Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors. Qualifications: * Sales experience (preferably in the automotive industry) preferred. * Solid working knowledge of the Internet. * Confidence in your ability to be successful. * Outstanding communication skills in both verbal and written. * A desire to work in a commission, performance-based, environment. * Great attitude with high-energy personality. * Excellent customer service skills. * Professional appearance and work ethic. * Self-starter and self-motivated. * Ability to work well in a process driven environment. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Valid driver license in the state that you will work and a good driving record. *All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.