Sales Manager

Cowansville Toyota is seeking a dynamic, ambitious, and forward-looking Sales Director to lead our sales team, oversee daily showroom operations, and drive activities related to new and used vehicles.

This is an outstanding and long-term career opportunity within one of the largest companies in the Cowansville region. We aim to invest in tomorrow's leaders: a passionate individual ready to commit for the long term, develop their full potential, and grow with the St-Louis Group.

On the ground, you will play a central role at the dealership, supporting the team, closing sales, and improving overall department performance. This position is an ideal springboard for an emerging talent or an experienced sales advisor looking to build their future and demonstrate leadership.

Key Responsibilities • Daily management & hands-on presence: Be the pillar of the department daily, supervise, coach, and motivate the sales team in the showroom. • Closing & transactional activities: Actively participate in the sales process to support the team, handle transfers (T.O.), and close transactions. • Goals & profitability: Align and achieve sales targets (new and used), maximize profitability, and increase market share. • Inventory management: Ensure optimal rotation and rigorous management of vehicle stock. • Customer experience: Guarantee an exceptional customer experience and efficiently resolve disputes. • Strategy & synergy: Collaborate closely with the finance (F&I), parts, and service departments. • Analysis: Monitor the sales pipeline, master the CRM, and adjust daily actions accordingly.

Specific Tasks • Active daily closing of sales (Closing / T.O.). • Evaluation of trade-in vehicles (including electric vehicles). • Purchase of used vehicles at auctions and online platforms. • Inventory management (new and used) and exchanges between dealerships. • Daily follow-up of CRM reminders and direct coaching of salespeople.

Requirements and Profile • Emerging profile & Succession candidate: Motivated, energetic, ambitious individual wishing to establish long-term roots and build a solid future within the company. • Experience: Previous experience in automobile sales or as an Assistant Manager / Sales Leader is a significant advantage. • Field leadership: Natural ability to coach, motivate, inspire a team, and lead by example daily. • Commercial skills: Strong negotiation skills, closing ability, and passion for customer service.