Business Development Representative

Ettleson Auto Group

  • Hodgkins, IL
  • $33,000-65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Thank you for your interest in joining the Ettleson Buick GMC Cadillac team! We are looking for a eager, motivated individual to join our Business Development Center. The Business Development Representative (BDR) plays a critical role in driving revenue and improving customer engagement for the dealership, particularly within the sales department. Their primary responsibility is to generate and nurture leads, ensuring a steady flow of qualified prospects to the sales team. Car dealership experience is preferred, but not necessary and we will train the right candidate!Responsibilities
  • The primary goal is to convert leads into showroom appointments, increasing the dealership's chances of making a sale, by responding to inbound inquiries from online forms, website chats, and third-party lead providers.
  • By nurturing leads, the BDR increases showroom traffic and help sales consultants focus on closing deals, rather than prospecting.
  • Follow up on internet leads to ensure no potential customer falls through the cracks.
  • Uses CRM systems track leads and follow-ups, ensuring prospects are consistently engaged.
  • Play a key role in executing special promotions, sales events, and seasonal campaigns by reaching out to targeted customer lists.
  • Ensure that more customers show up for appointments, the sales team operate more efficiently, leading to higher closing ratios.
  • Help improve CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) scores by ensuring a seamless and professional guest experience.
Qualifications
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Previous experience in a call center, retail or customer service is preferred
  • Excellent teammate with collaborative attitude and eagerness to improve
  • Prompt and courteous demeanor
Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • 401(k) and health insurance offered
  • Paid time off
  • sick leave
  • Holidays include 4th of July, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
  • Advancement opportunities
Compensation:Compensation will range from $33,000 to $65,000 based on performance - high performers can exceed this number.Ever since 1968, the Ettleson name has been entrenched in the HODGKINS , IL, community, and we're proud of what our dealership has become. It's grown into a haven for drivers throughout Greater Chicago looking for quality automotive experiences.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ettleson Auto Group