Automotive High-Performance Sales Manager

Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Free uniforms
Benefits/Perks
Careers Advancement Opportunities
Competitive Compensation
Company:
Guaranteed Motor Cars
Location:
10926 Southwest Hwy, Palos Hills, IL 60465
(In-Person)
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$90,000 – $135,000+ per year (Base Pay + Uncapped Commission + Performance Bonuses)
About Guaranteed Motor Cars
Guaranteed Motor Cars is one of the premier pre-owned luxury and high-volume dealerships in the Chicagoland area.

With an inventory of over
500 hand-selected, high-demand vehicles
, a dedicated BDC driving floor traffic, and aggressive lending relationships, we give our sales team every tool they need to close deals and hit major volume targets. We are looking for a relentless, metric-driven
Automotive Sales Manager to take command of our sales floor, mentor our sales representatives, structure profitable deals, and push our monthly unit count to new heights. If you are a proven closer who knows how to desk deals, manage a desk with urgency, and build a winning team culture, we want you on our desk.

Key Responsibilities
Floor & Desk Management:
Work the desk, structure deals, present numbers, and step in to close customers on the floor.

Team Coaching & Accountability

Daily execution of sales meetings, pipeline reviews, track rep metrics, and coach sales associates to increase conversion rates.

Lender & Deal Structuring

Work directly with our aggressive lender partners to maximize approvals, structure financing, and optimize back-end gross profit.

Inventory & Merchandising

Maintain intimate knowledge of our 500+ unit inventory, assist in vehicle pricing/merchandising strategies, and keep the sales lot moving fast.

Customer Retention & CSI

Maintain high customer satisfaction standards, handle escalated customer inquiries, and protect dealership brand reputation.

Qualifications & Requirements
Experience:
2–5+ years of successful
Automotive Sales Management / Desking experience.

Track Record

Proven ability to drive unit volume, increase front/back-end profitability, and maintain strong lender relationships.

Execution

Master at closing deals, overcoming objections, and training sales reps on modern sales processes.

Skills

Proficient with dealership CRM systems (e.g., Vin solutions, DealerSocket) and Inventory Management tools (vAuto or similar).

Languages

English required.
Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Polish, or Arabic) are highly valued in the Palos Hills market.
Valid Driver’s License:
Clean driving record and valid state license required.

What We Offer
Competitive Compensation:
Top-tier pay plan with base pay + aggressive commission structure + month-end & year-end volume bonuses.

Work-Life Balance

CLOSED ON SUNDAYS!
Enjoy a predictable schedule with guaranteed personal time.

Benefits Package

401(k) with company matching, Health Insurance, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

Massive Inventory Support

Over 500 vehicles in stock with deep subprime and prime lender access.

Career Growth

Direct access to executive leadership and continuous opportunities for professional advancement.

Responsibilities
Recruit and hire salespeople for a variety of positions
Educate salespeople on the most effective ways to generate leads, provide thorough follow-up, and close deals
Oversee the dealership’s day-to-day activities, maintaining a high degree of employee morale
Track prospective and existing customers using the company’s preferred CRM from initial contact to closing the deal and beyond
Foster high customer satisfaction with the car buying experience, encouraging referrals and repeat business
Track car sales on a regular basis and forecast future sales
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED is required, a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

A minimum of five years of car dealership experience, with at least one year in a management role, is preferred
Valid driver’s license required
Strong working knowledge of the automotive industry and any local, state, or federal regulations that affect vehicle sales and/or the automotive industry
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other basic computer programs
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are required