Service to Sales Guide

DescriptionJob Title: Service to Sales GuideDepartment: SalesStatus: Full-timeFLSA Status: ExemptReports To: Sales ManagerRevision Date: March 4, 2025Position SummaryThe Service to Sales Guide at Goodwin Motor Group will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between our service and sales departments.Our CultureAt Goodwin Motor Group, we’re proud to serve the drivers of Maine and New Hampshire with some of the most popular vehicles around. We’re committed to giving drivers from across the region the best in customer service, a topnotch selection of brand-new vehicles to choose from, as well as an extensive inventory of used cars, trucks, crossovers, and SUV’s. Plus, with our expert finance, service, and parts centers in house, we are a one-stop dealership experience for all automotive needs.Essential FunctionsProtect Dealer Interests.Identify and engage service customers for potential sales.Appraise all warranty and customer pay vehicles and provide them with a complimentary CarFax and free appraisal. Present vehicle features, benefits, and promotions; assist with financing and trade-ins.Work with the sales team for smooth transitions from service to sales.Develop strong customer relationships for repeat business and referrals.Stay updated on vehicle models, features, and promotions.Maintain accurate records and process sales documentation.Document in the CRM all customer communications. Ensure a positive customer experience and address inquiries promptly.Maintains the dealership lot, ensuring it is clean, organized, and presentable. Assists with seasonal tasks such as snow removal to ensure customer safety and accessibility. Other duties may be assigned.Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Associate or bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in sales, customer service or a related field. Experience in the automotive industry is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent negotiation and persuasion abilities. Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools. Good organizational and time management skills. Ability to understand and explain vehicle features and benefits. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.Work Environment & Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a working knowledge of Windows computers. Must be an excellent communicator and speaker both online in written communications and face-to-face customer service interactions. The ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and coworkers is crucial. Hearing and vision correctable to within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, receiving ordinary information, and preparing or inspecting documents. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The job is performed both indoors and outdoors. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Extended periods of sitting while using a computer are intersected with movement about the facility.Requirementsability to connect with customers