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!