Automotive Sales Jobs in California

An Automotive Sales professional is crucial to the automotive industry. They are primarily responsible for selling vehicles to customers, which involves understanding the features and benefits of different car models and effectively communicating this information to potential buyers. Their role also includes negotiating prices, processing necessary paperwork, and delivering excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction. An automotive sales professional also works closely with the finance department to determine financing solutions tailored to the customer's needs.

Important skills for this position include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong negotiation ability, a keen understanding of cars and their features, and great customer service skills. A high school diploma is the minimum education requirement, however, a degree in marketing, business, or a related field could be advantageous. Some dealerships may require sales professionals to be certified through the National Automobile Dealers Association. Prior to becoming an Automotive Sales professional, a person could have roles such as Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative, or Auto Mechanic, which can provide valuable experience in customer interaction and understanding of vehicles.

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Automotive Sales Consultant $4000-$12,000 per month

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Santa Maria Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is seeking a motivated Individual to join our sales team. Auto sales experience not necessary we will train the right candidate and offer a monthly guarantee....

Auto Salesperson-Up To $5000 Salary Or $500 Commission Per Car

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 hour ago

SALES PERSON....

Luxury Automotive Sales Consultant-Desert European Motorcars

  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • 12 hours ago

The opportunity is for you if you have: Minimum of 3-5 years automotive sales experience preferred Excellent verbal and math skills. These skills may be tested and evaluated....

Retail Car Sales Representative

  • Vista, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 1 day ago

, high-volume dealership model Extra points for this: Experience in automotive sales and dealership customer service Previous finance and warranty background Bilingual Skills and abilities you should...

Car Sales Consultant

  • Inglewood, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Car Sales Consultant facilitates the sales & finance process, provides excellent customer service, supports lot operations and omni-channel sales....

Automotive Sales Consultants

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

What motivates you to succeed in sales? What do you know about car dealerships and automotive sales?...

Field Operator (Private Party Auto Sales)

  • Chico, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 5 days ago

Commission-Based Sales Role in Chico $250 per Deal Closed We help private sellers sell their vehicles fast, for full value, and without hassle....

Field Operator (Private Party Auto Sales)

  • Yuba City, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Yuba City, CA
  • 6 days ago

100% Commission-Based Remote Sales Role $250 per Deal Closed We help private sellers sell their vehicles fast, for full value, and without hassle....

Field Operator (Private Party Auto Sales)

  • Redding, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 6 days ago

100% Commission-Based Remote Sales Role $250 per Deal Closed We help private sellers sell their vehicles fast, for full value, and without hassle....

Auto Sales Associates

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 7 days ago

The candidates should have: ** AUTO SALES EXPERIENCE ** BILINGUAL A MUST ( ENGLISH/SPANISH ) ** THE CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE A VALID DRIVER LICENSE. ** Great Attitude, Proactive, Self-motivated and Customer-focused...

Auto Sales Representative

  • Seaside, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seaside, CA
  • 12 days ago

If you are an enthusiastic self-starter with a passion for selling and you enjoy working with customers, then we want you to be part of our team as an Automotive Sales Consultant....

Automotive Sales Consultant

  • El Monte, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • El Monte, CA
  • 12 days ago

, Car Sales, Sales Consultant, Internet Sales Consultant, Automotive, EOE #R4...

Automotive Sales

  • Fresno, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 25 days ago

un Automotive Sales Fresno Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat 6162 N....

Automotive Sales

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

If you are already an automotive sales pro we can still use you and Honda is currently one of the hottest brands in SoCal....

Auto Sales Advisor

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Redwood Credit Union is looking for a talented Auto Sales Advisor to research, locate and sell a variety of vehicles to our Members and Customers at the RCU Auto Lot....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Automotive Sales Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAutomotiveProfessionals research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Automotive Saless in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
High School or GED
28.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
9.3%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Automotive Saless in California
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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