Automotive Sales Consultant – Various Locations Across Canada
Otter Wise Talent Solutions is a proudly Aboriginal-owned, woman-led recruitment firm and job board dedicated to advancing employment opportunities for Indigenous job seekers across Canada. While we specialize in Indigenous recruitment, we also provide full-service staffing solutions for all qualified candidates, regardless of background, across a variety of industries.
Our mission is to promote equity, inclusion, and economic empowerment by connecting top talent with meaningful career opportunities. Through culturally responsive hiring practices and innovative recruitment strategies, we help businesses build diverse, high-performing teams while supporting candidates in achieving their professional aspirations.
We are committed to connecting our clients with professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring that businesses find the right talent to support their growth. Our goal is to match qualified candidates with opportunities that align with their experience and career goals, helping both job seekers and companies succeed. Whether you are an employer looking to build a strong team or a job seeker exploring new career paths, we are here to support your journey.
Responsibilities
- Listen to the client to enable meeting their needs.
- Be empathetic to the client’s needs, wants, and concerns.
- Be patient and guide clients through the buying process supported by the established sales framework.
- Enhance the customer experience by demonstrating the vehicles features and conducting a test drive.
- Complete vehicle quotes and explain financing and warranty options for new and pre-owned vehicles.
- Transfer ownership of a vehicle utilizing an established delivery process which ensures the client understands the vehicle’s operating features and warranty.
- Become a brand specialist by attending sales meetings and training offered by the dealership and the manufacturer.
- Contribute ideas to and participate in the development and implementation of the dealership’s marketing and advertising initiatives.
- Meet sales goals and objectives and all required metrics related to the overall customer experience.
- Develop and maintain relationships with our valued clients to further promote the dealership’s brand within the market.
- Support online clients by answering questions and setting up appointments when appropriate.
- Manage the customer service experience by following up with clients to obtain feedback and request referrals.
- Create an exceptional client experience.
- Assist the dealership leadership team in ensuring the lot is optimally merchandised to maximize sales.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- A minimum of 6 months of experience in automotive sales is preferred; retail sales experience will also be considered.
- Post-Secondary education in business or a related discipline would be considered an asset.
- Friendly, approachable, and supportive.
- The desire, willingness, and ability to excel at sales.
- Ability to think like a customer, to provide the best possible sales experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills coupled with excellent negotiation and presentation abilities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage priorities, perform a variety of tasks, and meet required deadlines and targets.
- Ability to work independently in a dealership environment as well as be part of a team.
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- A person of high integrity who is trusted by others and consistently honors their commitments.
- Detail oriented, self-motivated, and resourceful.
- Results-driven and career focused individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to be successful.
- Intermediate level computer skills in MS Office and other programs.
- Experience using CRM systems or automotive software systems would be considered an asset.
- Must be a great listener and be willing to ask the customer for their business and be willing to earn their business by providing an exceptional customer service experience.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have a safe driving history.
Preference Statement for Indigenous Candidates
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) in alignment with our commitment to supporting Indigenous employment and economic reconciliation. However, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply, as non-Indigenous candidates will be considered if no Indigenous applicants meet the qualifications. We welcome and value diversity in our hiring process.
Apply Now!
Submit your resume today to be considered for upcoming projects.
Otter Wise Talent Solutions would like to thank all applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or background.
