Sales Manager

Company: AutoNation
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: July 1, 2025

Job Description:

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve. So what do you say? Are you ready to be part of something big? The Equity Mining Manager is responsible for driving incremental sales and acquiring additional inventory for their dealership, by actively prospecting our current sales and service databases, as well as identifying conquest customers in our service drives. What are the day-to-day responsibilities? Leading yourself and the team in a way that supports AutoNation’s vision and mission. Setting a clear vision and goals for the EMT team to achieve targeted performance in vehicle acquisitions, as well as new and used vehicle sales. Engaging and motivating the team to achieve key goals, performance expectations and AutoNation best practice processes. Driving incremental business through a high-level of involvement in the day-to-day EMT team operations. Work with management to identify current promotions and inventory needs. Appraising vehicles for purchase or trade. Managing the appraisal and sales menu presentation process with the sales associate ensuring that customers understand their vehicle acquisition and replacement purchase options and pricing. Managing the in-service EMT process. Managing the outbound call activity in mining the EMT sales database, including customer contact, communication and appointment process. Assisting in managing controllable expense elements for the EMT department. Analyzing the business to determine shortfalls and developing action plans to improve performance. What are the requirements for this job? High School diploma, or equivalent. Proven success in auto retails sales, with a focus on equity mining/service customer sales process. Ability to efficiently structure a buy/sell transaction with limited information and customer input. Proven leadership ability to mentor and train others. Ability to set and achieve targeted goals. Ability to drive an exceptional Customer experience. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills. Organization and follow-up skills. Experience and desire to work with technology. Valid in-state driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe-driving record. What are the opportunities for career growth? Our Sales Managers have a few options for career growth and development after success in this role. Opportunities may include: Sales Manager/Director eCommerce Manager Used Vehicle Manager/Director General Sales Manager Financial Services Manager Physical Requirements: Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to appraise a vehicle ‘as it sits’. Ability to operate an automobile. Exposure to inclement weather. Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You: Competitive compensation and 401k matching Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits. Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.

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