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Sales Associate - Alfa Romeo of San Jose Location: San Jose, California Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Includes nights and weekends About Alfa Romeo of San Jose Join the passionate team at Alfa Romeo of San Jose, where Italian automotive excellence meets California innovation. We're seeking a dynamic sales professional to represent one of the world's most iconic luxury automotive brands and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Position

Overview

We are looking for an energetic and results-driven Sales Associate to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for luxury automobiles, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the drive to exceed sales targets while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their automotive needs and preferences
• Present and demonstrate Alfa Romeo vehicles with enthusiasm and product knowledge
• Guide customers through the sales process from initial contact to delivery
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships
• Meet and exceed monthly sales goals and performance metrics
• Collaborate effectively with finance, service, and management teams
• Participate in sales training programs and product knowledge sessions
• Maintain accurate customer records and follow up on leads
• Represent the Alfa Romeo brand with professionalism and integrity

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Competitive drive balanced with strong team collaboration skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor Preferred:
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
• Previous automotive sales experience
• Knowledge of luxury automotive market
• Customer service experience in retail or hospitality
• College degree or equivalent professional experience

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• 401(K) Plan
• Opportunities for advancement
• Employee Discounts

Responsibilities

• Nurture enriching relationships to build a clientele for life.
• Exhibit consultative selling skills. Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses.
• Continuously develop product and sales acumen to become the vehicle authority. Know the ins and the outs of product offerings, optional packages, and the latest technologies.
• Perform high-quality, professional demonstrations of new/used vehicles.
• Follow-up with buyers to ensure successful referral business.
• Learn to overcome objections and thrive within sales situations.
• Report directly to the Sales Manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews, and analyses.
• Bring your 'A game along with a positive attitude to work with you every single day.

Qualifications

• Available to work flexible hours and weekends
• A self-starter mentality and ambitious spirit preferred
• Ready to waste no time on learning new product ins and out's, eager to improve
• Phenomenal communication skills with customers and team members
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license