DRIVING POSSIBILITIES.
Position: Product Advisor Status: Full-Time
Dealership: MINI Langley Department: Sales
Compensation: $75,000 to $150,000 annually
We are proud of our forward-thinking culture developed over 40 years of continuous improvement initiatives. OpenRoad is one of the largest and fastest growing automotive retail groups in the country (representing 23 brands across 44 locations) with a shared vision to become the national automotive leader in customer experience. As one of “Canada’s Best Employers” and “Best Managed Companies”, we are looking for team players who are excited to continually learn, work hard, and take ownership of their role.
Our size doesn't define us, our people do. No one is just a number here, everyone matters, and our culture is the foundation of our success.
If you love the idea of joining an organization with unlimited possibilities to accelerate your career, then apply to OpenRoad and grow with us today!
A Career at OpenRoad Means You’ll Enjoy:
- Opportunity to work with a variety of OEM BRANDS including; Acura Audi, BMW, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen
- Amazing Incentives including but not limited to: Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program, Boot Allowance, Computer Rebate Program, Employee Referral Program, Employer RRSP Matching
- Internal and external, training & development opportunities for skill-development and growth
- Be part of a collaborative, friendly and progressive work-culture with an emphasis on transparency, innovation, relationship and empowerment
- Comprehensive extended health and dental plan, tailored around Associate wellness
- Recognition and Engagement Events!
The Lease & Portfolio Specialist supports the Sales Management team by executing lease and finance portfolio retention strategies, customer outreach, and appointment coordination. This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of assigned portfolio customers, with the objective of increasing retention, upgrade opportunities, and vehicle replacements.
Working closely with Sales Management and the Sales team, this role ensures consistent follow-up, proper timing of customer engagement, and effective coordination of opportunities generated through portfolio activity and service drive engagement.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide exceptional customer service by determining each prospective client’s vehicle needs by asking questions and listening.
- Promote new business and contributing to company’s customer base by seeking new customers through prospecting and referral networks.
- Selling new and pre-owned vehicles, and demonstrate vehicles (includes test drives).
- Understand the terminology of the automobile business and keep abreast of technological changes in all products/inventory.
- Be thoroughly familiar with all products, including features, specifications, prices, colours, options, and standard equipment. Participate in any and all product training available.
- Use closing techniques effectively; ask for help from management with closing when necessary. Be profit-minded when closing.
- Deliver new and pre-owned vehicles to customers, and ensure the customer understands the vehicle’s operating features, warranty and paperwork, to help ensure OpenRoad lays the foundation for customer loyalty.
- Introduce customers to Service Department personnel to emphasize to customers the quality and efficiency of the dealership’s service operations.
- Set goals for each month’s productivity; plan and organize how to reach those objectives.
- Follow all dealership processes and procedures to ensure an excellent Customer Satisfaction Index rating on sales, delivery and follow up.
- Attend department meetings as required.
- Follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to a Manager/Supervisor.
- This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by management.
- OpenRoad reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs require.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Good interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information while maintaining a great deal of professionalism.
- The ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Strong computer skills (internet & MS Office), with ability to maintain record using computerized system.
- Effective negotiation skills, with ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
- A Current VSA MDC License.
- A valid British Columbia Driver’s License with a good driving record.
Performance Expectations
Success in this role is measured by effective portfolio engagement, appointment creation, retention outcomes, and overall contribution to dealership sales objectives.
Internal Candidates:
To be considered, please complete and submit the Internal Endorsement Form available on SharePoint. Please ensure all required information is provided, as incomplete submissions may delay the application process
Grow Your Career at OpenRoad!
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace. We are committed to creating opportunities for our associates to learn, advance their careers, and reach their full potential.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
