Car Salesman Requirements

Before you can hit the showroom, there are some car salesman requirements you'll need to fulfill. To qualify for a position in auto sales, you must be the legal working age in your state and have the required minimum education. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are also required, as you'll need to be able to drive cars on and off the lot. Experience in the automotive industry and a college education may also be helpful but optional, depending on your dealership and position.

There are also some soft skills that can make or break your career in auto sales. An outgoing and friendly personality is necessary to make customers feel at home in the dealership showroom. You should be able to communicate clearly and passionately about the vehicles you are selling and be knowledgeable about the brands in your dealership's inventory.

It's also important to be ready to adapt to changes, be strategic, and have an unrivaled ability to solve big problems without crumbling under pressure. Sales is not the easiest job, but it can be rewarding and fulfilling if you are determined to succeed. If you enjoy working in a customer-centric, fast-paced environment, becoming a used car salesman could be the perfect job for you.

Car Salesman Job Description

What is a car salesman, anyway? The official car salesman job description is a person who assists customers looking to purchase a new or used vehicle. A new or used car salesperson must use the required skills to engage with customers, get them excited about a vehicle, and make the sale. A good salesperson may also be able to sell additional accessories, add-ons or upgraded features, or extra services.

Aside from helping customers and selling suitable cars, trucks, SUVs, and minivans to potential buyers, the representative might also order vehicles and arrange payments with the shippers. The sales team will also need to be there for the customer to order new vehicles from the factory and custom-build cars when they sell new models. To be an excellent representative of DARCARS Automotive Careers, there is value in kindness, fairness, and professionalism you will need to uphold when working with our customers.

Car Salesman Commission and Pay

We know salary and pay are huge parts of choosing a career, and we're proud to say that you can get started on your financial goals with a career in sales. Your car salesman commission is a percentage of the profit from selling a vehicle at the dealership. If a customer buys a new or used car with you, a percentage of that money is all yours. Top sales representatives can earn well into six figures. With great work, sales representatives can move into higher-level roles, such as managerial positions.

The commission is one of many great things about a car sales career. There are plenty of other dealership job benefits that can make your new career in car sales rewarding. With a career at DARCARS, you can get a standard insurance package, including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Enjoy paid holidays with your family and a generous PTO package for your next vacation. You can also feel confident in the growth of your career with continued education and training to ensure you excel in your sales career. Enjoy the many benefits you can have when you choose a career as a car salesperson.