Automotive Sales Associate - Acura of Highland Park

Murgado Automotive Group
Highland Park, IL
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to individuals with prior sales experience who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment working in the automotive domain.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior sales experience and a track record of meeting performance goals in a team-oriented environment
    — “Self-motivated and comfortable working toward sales goals in a fast-paced dealership environment”
  • Professionals who excel in customer-centric roles and are capable of managing a full sales lifecycle
    — “Guide customers through the full sales process, from initial inquiry and vehicle selection through final delivery.”
  • Individuals with a strong interest in luxury vehicles and the automotive industry who can adapt quickly to new product knowledge
    — “Ability to learn vehicle product information, technology features, and dealership sales processes.”

Things to consider

  • Compensation is performance-based, which may require a high level of sales acumen and persistence
    — “Salary dependent on experience and performance and could vary based on commissions.”
  • The role requires a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for test drive coordination
    — “Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to build long-term customer relationships and drive repeat business
    — “Build long-term customer relationships that support repeat business, referrals, and strong customer satisfaction.”
  • Emphasize your experience with CRM tools and lead management in your resume and interviews
    — “Use follow-up tools and dealership CRM processes to manage leads, appointments, sold customers, and prospective buyers.”
  • Showcase your knowledge of luxury brands or automotive industry trends to demonstrate interest and readiness
    — “Interest in Acura, luxury vehicles, and the automotive industry is a plus.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • build long-term customer relationships
  • coordinate and accompany customers on test drives
  • guide customers through the full sales process
Typical background
sales professionalautomotive sales

Skills & requirements

Required

Sales ExperienceCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceNegotiationClosing SkillsProfessional AttitudeAbility To Work In A Fast-paced Environment

Preferred

Automotive Sales ExperienceKnowledge Of Acura Inventory, Product Updates, Incentives, Financing And Leasing Options, And Market Trends

Stack & domain

CommunicationNegotiationClosingAutomotiveSales

About the role

Original posting from Murgado Automotive Group via Lever

Sales Associate – Acura of Highland Park

Highland Park, IL | $60,000–$180,000+ Income Potential | Full-Time

You don’t need car sales experience. You need sales experience.

Acura of Highland Park is growing, and we’re looking for bilingual sales professionals who know how to connect with people, build trust, and turn conversations into sales.

If you have experience in retail sales, luxury goods, furniture, electronics, fitness, hospitality sales, or another sales-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

We’ll teach you the automotive business. You bring the sales skills, drive, and personality.

What You’ll Do

Connect with customers and help them find the right vehicle for their needs, lifestyle, and budget.

Present new Acura models and quality pre-owned vehicles with confidence.

Build relationships, follow up with prospects, and turn opportunities into sales.

Conduct vehicle presentations and test drives.

Work closely with experienced sales managers who will help you develop your skills and close deals.

Build a customer base that generates repeat business and referrals.

Use dealership technology and CRM tools to manage leads and follow-ups.

What We’re Looking For

Previous sales experience is required. Automotive sales experience is not required.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, or another language that helps us serve our diverse customer base.

Strong communication, relationship-building, and closing skills.

A competitive mindset and motivation to earn based on performance.

Professionalism, reliability, and a coachable attitude.

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Why Join Acura of Highland Park?

$60,000–$180,000+ income potential, based on performance and compensation structure.

Supportive leadership and hands-on training.

A professional luxury showroom and premium product lineup.

Opportunities for career growth within Murgado Automotive Group.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off and employee discounts.

Ready to Turn Your Sales Skills Into a Career?

If you know how to sell, enjoy working with people, and want the opportunity to grow your income, we want to meet you.

Apply today and build your future with Acura of Highland Park.

Compensation:

Salary dependent on experience and performance and could vary based on commissions.

Murgado Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Murgado Automotive Group does not discriminate in employment on account of race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation/transgender status, age disability, martial/parental status, citizenship status, military status, political affiliation and/or beliefs, pregnancy, order of protection status or other non-merit status.

We are an employer who participates in the E-verify program with the Department of Homeland and Security.

Source: Murgado Automotive Group careers (Lever)

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