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Automotive Sales Manager
Kia Santa MonicaSanta Monica, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jan 2026
💰 $300,000/yr($72,000/yr – $300,000/yr)
About the role
Your next opportunity awaits - Kia Santa Monica is hiring a Sales Manager to be part of the LAcarGUY Family of Dealerships!
The Sales Manager will play a crucial role in driving sales, achieving targets and ensuring an exceptional guest experience by providing leadership and effective business practices. This position requires a dynamic individual with a strong background in automotive sales and a passion for delivering an outstanding guest experience.
Responsibilities
The Sales Manager is responsible for optimizing sales and profitability while overseeing and managing the operations of our Sales department.
The Sales Manager is responsible for optimizing sales and profitability while overseeing and managing the operations of our Sales department.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to increase sales.
- Hire, train and develop a team of Automotive Sales Consultants.
- Direct and schedule the activities of department employees and monitor performance to ensure individual and department goals are achieved.
- Maintain appropriate levels of customer service and client retention by resolving customer complaints or concerns immediately and appropriately.
- Required: A minimum of 3 years of prior Sales Manager experience in an Automotive Dealership setting
- Prior Genesis, Hyundai, and/or Kia experience highly preferred
- High-energy, results-driven attitude with strong leadership and coaching skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Proficiency in F&I processes and CDK software
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- You must have or acquire a valid California Vehicle Salesperson License
- The estimated annual earnings for this position are $150,000.00 - $300,000.00 after factoring in all forms of compensation including salary, commissions, bonuses, etc.
- Employees in this position will receive a base salary of approximately $6,000.00 per month, plus commissions and bonuses based on performance.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Paid Training
Hiring Requirements
- 18 years or older required
- All potential employees must pass pre-employment testing including a background check and drug screen
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