West Bend Harley-Davidson is part of the Windy City Motorcycle Company (WCMC) is a veteran-owned company that operates as more than just a Motorcycle retailer. We are a team of riders - catering to other riders. As the largest motorcycle retailer in the industry, WCMC is setting the standard and shaping the future of the Motorsport retail experience. Our teams are fueled by their passion for fulfilling dreams of riding two-wheeled, three-wheeled, and four wheeled Motorsport sports vehicles, making each day at work an exciting new adventure.
Job Summary
At West Bend Harley-Davidson we are not just selling motorcycles - we are selling dreams, freedom, and the thrill of the outdoors. As a Polaris General Sales Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to build and drive the Harley-Davidson brand and business in the Wisconsin area, helping customers find the perfect fit and making their Motorsport dreams come true.
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Sales Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in off road sales management (preferably with Harley-Davidson), a deep understanding of the off-road industry, and the ability to achieve and exceed targeted sales goals. Responsibilities include developing and implementing sales and marketing strategies, building and managing a sales team, and fostering strong customer relationships. If you have a passion for Motorsports and a strong sales background, we'd love to hear from you!
Duties for Success Include:
Sales Department Operations
Oversee and manage all operations of new and pre-owned vehicles.
Ensure the sales department contributes acceptable levels of gross and net profit.
Ensure sales personnel are well trained, motivated, and available when needed.
Ensure the inventory of new and used vehicles is a the proper levels and mix to drive the business.
Customer Service
Provide prompt, dependable, high-quality, vehicle sales to customers by using current proactive feature benefit sales techniques.
Greet customers immediately, in a courteous and friendly manner.
Ensure customers are properly qualified for needs, wants, and ability to buy.
Ensure cross-sales of P&A, financing, general merchandise, warranties, insurance products, and services.
Develop and ensure the use of a common and consistent quotation methodology for vehicle sales, trade-ins, and purchases.
Management
Maintain sales follow-up programs.
Maintain budgeted revenue and expense objectives.
Maintain efficiency reports on sales associates.
Provide reports to Senior Management as requested.
Attend training sessions to keep current with sales department issues.
Supervisory
Establish departmental work schedule, balancing the workload of all employees.
Train Sales Associates to use consistent and current sales methodologies.
Manage employee performance (evaluate and counsel) and conduct performance reviews in a timely manner.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and terminating employees according to company policy and procedure.
Requirements
Must have the ability to get along with a broad customer base.
Knowledge and/or experience in sales of Powersport vehicles and other products sold by the dealership, or the demonstrated ability to quickly learn them.
Proactive and self-controlled work ethic; Self-started.
Good organizational and excellent time management skills.
Exceptional people skills & rapport building
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Experience with Inventory management required
Able to achieve sales quotas.
Excellent closing skills.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation
Annual income increases
Flexibility
Opportunity for growth within the company
Generous employee discounts
Paid training and time off
Business casual dress code
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance and savings accounts
401k plan with a company match
A fun environment!
Windy City Motorcycle Company is an equal employment opportunity employer; we welcome all to come as they are!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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