Automotive Sales Associate at Ford

Automotive Sales Associate (Car Sales / Retail Auto Sales) – Murgado Ford of Chicago

Murgado Ford of Chicago (Murgado Automotive Group) is hiring an Automotive Sales Associate to join our high-performing car sales team. If you’re a motivated sales professional who enjoys fast-paced retail environments and wants to build a career in auto sales , this role offers training, support, and strong earning potential. You’ll work directly with customers as a consultative car salesman / car sales representative , helping them find the right Ford vehicle, financing, and options—while delivering an exceptional dealership experience.

Key Responsibilities (Automotive Sales):

Customer engagement: Greet and assist customers, identify needs, and provide a professional, consultative car salesman experience from first contact to delivery.

Product knowledge: Learn Ford vehicles, trims, technology, warranties, and competitive comparisons.

Sales process: Manage test drives, trade-in appraisals (as applicable), pricing discussions, and purchase paperwork in partnership with managers and finance.

Financing & protection products: Introduce financing options and coordinate with the finance team to support a smooth close.

Follow-up & relationship building: Maintain communication to ensure satisfaction, answer questions, and generate repeat and referral car sales .

Goal achievement: Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly automotive sales targets.

CRM & lead management: Use CRM tools to track opportunities, appointments, and your auto sales pipeline.

Training & teamwork: Participate in ongoing training and collaborate with sales, service, and finance to deliver a great customer experience.

Qualifications (Retail Auto Sales):

Sales experience: Prior experience is preferred but not required (customer service, retail sales, or auto sales experience is a plus).

Communication: Clear, confident communication and active listening skills.

Customer-first mindset: Commitment to delivering a great dealership experience and building long-term relationships.

Self-motivated: Goal-oriented, coachable, and comfortable working in a performance-driven car sales environment.

Technology: Comfortable using computers, digital retail tools, and CRM systems to manage leads and follow-ups.

Valid driver’s license: Required with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits:

Competitive pay: Base salary plus commission (earning potential based on performance).

Benefits package: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid time off.

Employee discounts: Vehicle, service, and parts discounts.

Career growth: Advancement opportunities within Murgado Ford of Chicago and the Murgado Automotive Group.

Training: Ongoing product and sales training to help you succeed in automotive sales .

Team environment: Supportive, performance-driven culture.

Why Join Murgado Ford of Chicago?

Reputation: Be part of a trusted brand with a reputation for excellence in customer service.

Community: Join a company that values its employees and contributes to the local community.

Innovation: Work with a leading automotive group that embraces new technologies and industry trends.

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How to Apply:

Ready to drive your career forward? Apply today and become a key member of the Murgado Ford of Chicago team!