Sales Manager - Commercial Vehicles at Sears Imported Autos – Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota

Company Description

Sears Imported Autos, Inc. has built a legacy of excellence spanning four generations, marked by an unwavering commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction, and its dedication to excellence is reflected through their people and its 60-year history with Mercedes-Benz. Recognized for earning prestigious awards and national recognition, the dealership delivers exceptional experiences at its top-tier facility through its sales, service, and parts departments. As one of the few family-owned and operated Mercedes-Benz dealerships and Mercedes-Benz Certified Collision Repair Centers in the country, Sears Imported Autos prioritizes creating lasting relationships with customers and employees.

Position Description

This is a full-time, on-site position for a Sales Manager - Commercial Vehicles. The role involves leading, developing, and motivating a high-performing team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed sales targets. The Sales Manager will ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the commercial vehicle sales department and high customer satisfaction levels in accordance with the dealership standards. Responsibilities include leading the commercial vehicle sales strategy, generating commercial vehicle revenue, managing people, and creating positive experiences for both customers and employees. This leadership role requires strong critical thinking, relationship-building, and collaboration skills to partner effectively with department leaders and drive repeat customer business across our sales, service, parts, and collision repair teams.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading, managing, and training a sales team
• 5+ years of experience in the automotive industry
• In-depth knowledge of the automotive industry
• Expertise in commercial vehicle sales and sales processes
• Strong skills in customer service with a proven ability to achieve customer satisfaction goals
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze sales trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) to develop effective sales strategies

Other Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Must be 18 years old
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related work experience in automotive sales
• Proficiency in cloud-based dealership management software and CRM systems