Sales Consultant

Description

Oakland, CA | Audi | No Automotive Experience Required | $50,000 - $150,000+ per year | Full Benefits Package

• Veterans encouraged to apply
• Related Fields: real estate, high-end retail, airline, hotel, restaurant, mortgage lending, hospitality

You want to sell something you are proud of. Work with a team that follows through. And build a career — not just hit a quota. Audi Oakland, part of Swickard Automotive Group, is hiring Sales Consultants to join our guest-first team. We are not looking for the classic hard-sell personality. We are looking for people who are curious, prepared, and genuinely care about helping guests make great decisions.

Hospitality experience counts. Automotive experience is a plus — not a requirement.

How We Operate

We win through preparation and follow-through — not pressure.

• Consistent traffic driven by multi-store marketing and Audi brand reputation
• Modern CRM tools and playbooks built by top performers — you are not starting from zero
• Clear hand-off processes between sales, finance, and delivery so nothing falls through the cracks
• Leadership that coaches and gives direct feedback — we invest in your development
• A team that treats every guest the way we would want to be treated

What You Will Do

• Prepare for every appointment — know the product, know the guest, respect their time
• Guide guests through the full sales process with clarity: options, pricing, financing, and timelines
• Conduct product demonstrations and test drives that highlight what makes Audi exceptional
• Track every interaction in the CRM and follow up consistently to build lasting relationships
• Negotiate with integrity — find the right deal for the guest and the dealership
• Support dealership goals through professional presentation and adherence to our standards
• Partner closely with Finance to ensure a seamless delivery experience

Qualifications:

Must have:

• A hospitality mindset — kindness, optimism, empathy, integrity, and follow-through
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Comfort with digital tools and consistent CRM discipline
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Strong plus:

• 1+ year of sales, hospitality, or customer-facing experience
• Passion for the Audi brand and luxury automotive
• Proven track record of 12-15+ units per month or comparable performance metrics

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $50,000 - $150,000+ annually based on performance — top producers exceed the ceiling
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• Optional disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Training: Ongoing paid training — Audi product knowledge, CRM, and sales process
• Growth: Career path with real progression into Finance, Management, and Leadership roles

Your Career Path at Swickard

This is not a dead-end role. It is a launchpad. High performers move fast here. The path is real.

• Sales Consultant — master the Audi product and Swickard's guest experience standards
• Senior Consultant / Team Lead — mentor others, take on more complex deals
• Finance Manager, Sales Manager, or General Manager — for those who want to lead
• 40+ rooftops and premium brands across the West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii — room to grow

About Swickard Automotive Group

Founded in 2014. Grown to 40+ rooftops and nearly 3,000 team members. Consistently ranked among the fastest-growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News. We are a hospitality company that happens to sell cars. That means we hold ourselves to a higher standard — for our guests and for each other. Brands include BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, Volvo, and more.

Most people dread buying a car. We are here to change that. It starts with the people on our floor. #T5