Auto Sales Associate - Downey, CA

A Sales Associate position at DriveTime is different from ordinary auto sales. Heck, it’s different from ordinary anything sales.About Us DriveTime is the nation's largest integrated car sales and financing company. We’re famous for upsetting the status quo and doing things in completely new ways. Our mission is to be the auto dealership and finance company of choice for people with no credit, less-than-perfect credit or substantial credit issues. We respect people and help them rebuild their credit. We solve problems and offer options to people who've overcome major obstacles. And send them home in a quality used vehicle--we’re the good guys, telling customers YES when everyone else said NO. We greatly value diversity.Responsibilities DriveTime Sales Associates act as ambassadors to our customers, listening to their needs, solving problems, and making sure everyone has a great experience. Sales here is not about standing on a car lot – you can get out into the community, establishing relationships, referrals and being creative. DriveTime Sales Associates often connect with Salespeople, Account Reps and Account Executives at other dealerships, as well as realtors, wireless staff, and others, and offering them bonuses for referrals. You’ll spend quite a bit of your week on the phone collaborating about sales leads. Our Sales Associates enjoy a balanced work week, and Sundays are always off. Other duties include everything you might expect: talking cars, prices, driving around with the customers, handling paperwork, arranging things, following up, being nice, and helping your fellow Sales Associates.The amazing rewards: Because you don’t live on fun and excitement alone, we offer excellent compensation and benefits. Average first year income: $45 - $50K Earning potential: easily in the six figures 8 weeks paid training for $625/week Excellent medical, dental and vision plans (after just 60 days!) Tuition reimbursement A culture of opportunity and promotion from within 401K Plan with company contribution Profit sharing (employees got $17 million in 2007!) And more! We hire people who want to do outstanding work, but also think a job should be a fun part of their day. We look for people who know how to laugh at themselves. We prize your English/Spanish language skills. Above all, you need to respect others, and enjoy helping customers and solving problems. HS diploma or equivalent 18+ years of age Sales experience ideal (Account Executive, Account Rep, Outside Sales, Automotive Sales, Wireless Sales, Inside Sale, etc.) or customer service experience also works (retail, restaurant, etc.) Interest in cars and auto-related topics Motivated and self-directed Excellent communication and listening skills Valid driver’s license Must love working with people! Ability to pass background check DriveTime greatly values diversity, and is a drug-free, equal opportunity employer. And when it comes to hiring, we don’t just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Along the way, we provide plenty of opportunity to be creative and grow professionally in a fun, high-energy environment.