Sales Representative - Bakersfield, CA

Who We Are:  Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a premium commercial brand medium to heavy truck dealership that offers the full-service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on demand parts. Our goal is to be your one stop shop experts for all truckers, owner operators, fleets and companies. This coupled with our Leasing and Rental business and our Financial services business make VVG the leading Truck dealership.   What’s in it for You:  VVG is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally. VVG offers fantastic Culture as well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!   What You’ll Do: The Sales Representative is responsible for prospecting and generating sales as well as developing and maintaining excellent customer relationships with existing clients.    Job Duties: Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of used trucks and pricing Reviews inventory on a daily basis Identifies leads, manages prospects and acquires new business Meets or exceeds new business sales goals Completes prospecting activities to secure first and follow up appointment with decision makers Prepares and delivers proposals/presentations to customers and key decision makers Prepares and drafts sales agreements and other paperwork needed to complete the sale in a timely manner Checks credit of potential custom­ers Introduces customers and prospective customers to VVG financing department Develops and maintains an awareness of the market behavior and competitive trends and responds accordingly Provides and generates all documents related to credit approval Ensures trucks are ready, repaired, clean and presentable for purchasing customer   Job Qualifications & Requirements: Must present and communicate in a professional manner Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be organized with good time management skills Possesses proven analytical/problem solving skills for the customer and company Computer proficiency Previous sales experience in the trucking industry Experience in developing and executing sales strategies Possesses strong presentation, negotiation and closing skills Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving record   Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass post offer drug test.   Compensation:  $18.50-$20.50 based on experience and qualifications PLUS Commission!   Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers: Fantastic Culture 401k match Health, Dental & Vision Insurance HSA & FSA Employer paid Life Insurance Paid Vacation Days Sick Leave Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities   Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.