Automotive Salesperson - Sunset Ford of Waterloo

About Us

Sunset Ford has been in business for over 111 years, established back in 1912 by Peter S. Heutel. Today, the 4th & 5th generation Heutel Family is proud to carry on this tradition serving the St. Louis, South County & surrounding areas. We take great pride in customer service and always strive to exceed expectations. In fact, we have consistently won Ford Motor Company's highest honor, the President's Award, for excellence in customer service. 

We have ALL the reasons under the SUN to work at Sunset Ford!

• Work/Life Balance
• 100% Paid Health benefits for employee - Health, Dental, Vision
• Retirement 401k Immediate and Automatic Enrollment
• Time off when needed
• Competitive Pay with multiple BONUS opportunities
• Team Atmosphere
• Employee Discounts on Parts & Service
• Employee Pricing on New & Used Cars
• Paid Training and Certifications
• Opportunity to grow and advance!

Automotive Salesperson Responsibilities

• Greet and guide customer as they appear on the lot to proceed into the sales process
• Assist the customers to find a vehicle that meets their needs by using the current inventory information
• Enhance the sales process by demonstrating the vehicles features on the lot
• Assist customers in the completion of their sales applications
• Assist management to increase sales by inspecting the lot’s vehicles daily, reporting any problems to management
• Assist management in ensuring the lot is merchandised correctly to maximize sales

Automotive Salesperson Qualifications

• Previous retail sales experience (not just auto sales experience)
• Enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday
• Outgoing and friendly, especially while handling objections
• Quality customer service skills and sales track record
• Strong interpersonal and communications, in-person and over the phone
• Persuasive and able to overcome customer objections during the sales process
• Proficient in basic business math including percentages
• Capable of learning and using Microsoft Office, accounting software, and proprietary sales programs
• Persistent, competitive and good work ethic
• Focuses on the customer’s needs to enhance dealership and personal sales
• Assist in cleaning and washing vehicles

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws