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JOB OF THE WEEK - Internet Sales Management

1. AUTO JOB OF THE WEEK - General Sales Manager - Internet Sales Management

300 LEADS and ONLY 1 INTERNET MANAGER!

Keep in mind, these are just a few of the many career choices listed through our website DealerClassified.com. Now, Let's get back to that Internet Management job!

I am excited and thrilled to say that one of my favorite dealers phoned me two days ago to let me know he was aqcuiring another dealership. The store in question is a pre-existing High Line Import Luxury store in the Atlanta Area.

THE TOP TEN REASONS WHY THIS IS MY FAVORITE CAR DEALER (TODAY)

1. This dealer is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to get the job done even if he has to play receptionist, sales manager, lot porter whatever! This guy is not afraid of hard work!
2. Nothing makes this guy flinch, not even blood gushing out of a cutomers head! (LONG STORY)
3. His excitement is contagious
4. He treats my Job Candidates (and his eventual employees) like gold!
5. I don't recieve bomb threats when I place job candidates in his dealerships!
6. Very Easygoing (I know, I know, very out of character!)
7. Doesn't mind paying you before you start the new job! (Hey my kinda guy!)
8. Has some pristine franchises, I might add... including BMW (2), Honda (2) Suzuki (fastest growing in the Nation) and now... Acura!
9. This dealer will talk to any and every qualified candidate we put in front of him before he decides! Everybody gets a fair shake!
10. This dealer has a very cool unique first name, It's "Street". Now, if it sounds like working for a guy like this piques your interest, then let's get you linked to the Internet Job... shall we?

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Both Street and myself will get a copy immediately!

Buy-In Opportunity - Auto Dealer seeks Successor! General Manager/Possible Buy-in! Sales Manager strong SubPrime Auto Finance experience!

My sincere apologies, we have had some technical issues with the BLOG recently. Hopefully these are behind us and we can focus on the task at hand... Helping good people find the best automotive position for their unique set of skills! IMPORTANT: Keep in mind when you see a job you are interested in on this BLOG, you must click through to Apply for the position. If you try to email or call me this will only delay your application, and you may even be eliminated for not following directions... Yes, that does happen! FYI: These are just a few of the positions highlighted on our main website -to view more listings of the job opportunities go to our main page @ DealerClassified.com

Okay, lets get down to business! First up -

NORTH CAROLINA Buy-In Opportunity - Auto Dealer seeks Successor! 

Buy-In Opportunity / General Manager Dealer is looking for his successor. Previous General Management experience required. Investment Required. Must have squeeky clean background, driving record, and Credit! Serious Inquiries Only! For Consideration Click Here!

SOUTH GEORGIA General Manager - Possible Buy-In Opportunity

Buy-In Opportunity / General Manager Dealer Pricipal is looking for a General Manager to help run Established South Georgia Domestic Franchise. Possible Buy-in Opportunity for the right Candidate! $350,000-$500,000 Investment would be Required. Serious Inquiries Only! For Consideration Click Here!

ATLANTA, GA Sales Manager - Strong Finance Background - Secondary

Fast growing Domestic Auto Dealer in North Atlanta is seeking to add one Sales Manager to their Team! Must have strong Secondary (SubPrime) Auto Finance Experience. Must have Clean Driving Record and Background. No Felony convictions. Strong Closing ability a must. Excellent CSI and References a must! For Immediate Consideration Click Here.

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - Billing Clerk

FAST PACED HIGH VOLUME DEALERSHIP - Experienced Only! Our dealership has an IMMEDIATE OPENING for Billing Clerk with Reynolds &  Reynolds and/or ADP experience. Candidate should be Microsoft Excel and Word proficient. Pay range based on experience/qualifications. For More Information & Immediate Consideration Click Here to Apply

RALEIGH-DURHAM/CARY, NORTH CAROLINA - Auto Sales $2000 SIGNING BONUS is seeking sales professionals. They are part of a very large (reputable) Automotive Group with over 60 franchise dealerships. We are offering an excellent career path to talented individuals who recognize opportunity, demonstrate their ability to achieve and value the rewards that they receive. NEW TO THE BUSINESS? LEARN WHILE YOU EARN! TWO MONTHS TRAINING SALARY plus UNIT BONUSES For Immediate Consideration Click Here to Schedule Interview

That's all for now! Good Luck to All! Remember to visit DealerClassified.com to view our extensive Listings of Automotive Jobs!

Auto Jobs of the Week - Sales Manager, Secondary Finance, Used Car Manager, Auto Sales (Porsche/BMW/CHRYSLER/JEEP/DODGE) Diesel Techs, and more

Today I heard from one of my dealers who recently purchased a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge franchise in the greater Atlanta area. He presented me with the challenge of finding an experienced Sales Manager/Closer to take his new franchise to the next level of volume...and has put a very lucrative carrot out there for any candidate who meets his strict criteria. He will pay a $20,000 guarantee if they achieve certain goals and meet certain requirements. With almost 10,000 candidates in our database the challenge does not lie in finding a Sales Manager/Closer... it's finding the right Sales Manager/Closer! If you meet his expectations and can deal with strong "A" type personalities you may be the perfect fit! Here is the deal...

1. You must be tobacco free on the job and off!
2. You must close 25% of all the customers you talk to!
3. You must be willing to work with entry level sales candidates and initiate and consummate every deal! Whatever it takes!
4. No Drugs, No skeletons in the closet, Clean Background, Clean Driving Record

Sounds like a breeze doesn't it? Should be easy enough! $20,000 guarantee for that? Excuse me? You ask me to clarify the definition of a customer (or "up") as we call them? That's exactly what I asked him! Well...that would be any customer that comes in for a demo, information, a brochure, or a service customer that says, "I'm thinking about buying my wife a......" and ends up talking to a salesman. This does NOT include a parts customer. The dealership as a whole is closing 20% of their up count, so it's not a far stretch. They keep incredible track of their ups, and have great lot control so I know this to be accurate. Every car that pulls in to their dealership is accounted for! They know who is driving it and the purpose for their visit. If you are up to this potentially rewarding opportunity, you are welcome to apply here and myself or one of my associates will see if we can get you in front of him. This position is not for the burnt out, milk toast, wants everything spoon fed to them...weak in the knees candidate. This position is for the strong as death, tenacious as hell, killer instinct closer!

In addition I received a call from an Atlanta Ford Dealer stating he needs a talented SpiFi Manager (that's " Special Finance Manager" for those of you who don't know the lingo!) Must have excellent credentials, impeccable & verifiable references (Dealer & Bank thank you very much!) as well as excellent paperwork and contracts in transit. There is no shortage of customers at this dealership! Plenty of opportunities to hang paper! For more about this opportunity click here.

Want to sell the vehicle with the best warranty on the market? Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep is looking for some ambitious candidates...preferably experienced. We may be able to squeeze some entry level candidates through if they have very strong commission sales backgrounds in other indusries. They are closed on Sundays. Hallelujah! 2 locations available...for Cumming, GA click here For Chamblee, GA click here

If you have previous Porsche, BMW or High Line luxury sales experience this next opportunity may pique your interest! An old friend who owns a very well established (and reputable) Luxury Pre-owned dealership has a rare opening in Sales...The store is located in the new city of John's Creek in North Atlanta...If you like the idea of going home at 6:00pm instead of 9:00 pm and you have been putting in the bell to bell shift at another Luxury dealership in you may want to consider this position! Let's see same cool cars, less hours...hmmm...

Last but not least, we need diesel Techs!!!! Diesel Techs , Diesel Techs , Diesel Techs!!!! 

1. Laredo, TX
2. Corpus Christi, TX
3. Pharr, TX
4. San Antonio, TX
5. Grand Prarie, TX

The Grand Prarie location is also looking for Ford Certified Techs, Ford Certified Master Transmission Technicians and more! If you are a talented Auto tech with all the right stuff just apply directly through our website DealerClassified.com to the Grand Prarie location. They have too many positions to list right now. This dealerships service department is hopping and you will turn some hours...If you're quick, hey, even better!!! You'll be seeing green!$$

Till the next time...(hopefully it won't be so long) Happy auto job hunting!

• Diane Uzelac
• www.DealerClassified.com
• www.QueenofCars.net

AutoJobs of the Week - General Sales Manager - 3 Used Car Pre-Owned Managers / Closers / Floor Managers, Tag & Title & more!

Hello everyone!...FYI, "Auto Job of the Week" has now evolved into "Auto Jobs of the Week"

GSM / GENERAL SALES MANAGER - IMPORT DEALER

• The first Automotive Management position is for a General Sales Manager in Murphy, North Carolina. For more information and immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.

USED CAR / PRE-OWNED MANAGER POSITIONS (3)

We currently have 3 Atlanta dealerships currently seeking Used Car / Pre-Owned Sales Managers.

• The first is at one of Atlanta's fastest growing High-Line Luxury Dealerships located approximately 10 minutes from the city of Atlanta. For more information and immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.
• The next Used Car / Pre-Owned Manager position is at a fast paced Toyota Dealership located in North Atlanta inside the "perimeter". For more information and immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.
• The third opportunity for Used Car / Pre-Owned Manager is at a very stable, growing, family owned dealership in fast growing North Suburb of Atlanta ( Jeep / Chrysler/ Dodge ) For more information and immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.

CLOSERS / FLOOR MANAGERS - NISSAN - USED CAR / PRE-OWNED

• High Volume, high Energy, Nissan Dealership in Madison Tennessee is offering an exceptional opportunity to experienced Used Vehicle Flooor Managers. Candidates must have proven track record and exceptional closing skills. For immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.

TAG & TITLE CLERK / DMV CLERK - HONDA DEALER

• High Volume, fast past paced Gwinnett County (North Atlanta) dealership has an IMMEDIATE OPENING for Tag & Title Clerk with Reynolds &  Reynolds and/or ADP experience. Candidate should be Microsoft Excel and Word proficient. Pay range based on experience/qualifications. For immediate consideration, qualified Candidates ONLY should click here.

I know this is short today, but rest assured our staff at DealerClassified.com is very busy working diligently, finding lucrative AutoJobs on behalf of all you... true automotive professionals... and those of you looking for the ideal automotive career for your particular skillset. As always, our candidate automotive career services are free, with no commitment from you...ever!) GOOD LUCK! Please keep all comments professional!

Very Truly,

Diane Uzelac, Automotive Career Advice Specialist

DealerClassified.com and Queen of Cars

DealerClassified.com announces alliance with Reynolds & Reynolds

DealerClassified.com is pleased to announce we've established an alliance with Reynolds & Reynolds to manage their recruiting needs. Since the inception of our partnership at NADA 2007 last February... we've successfully recruited many talented individuals for the Reynolds Companies... Could you be next?

DealerClassified.com is the talent acquisiton network for all of the Reynolds & Reynolds Companies nationwide... including UCS, Who's Calling, Rentsys, and Keytrack Systems...

Reynolds & Reynolds is a leading provider of integrated solutions that help automotive retailers manage, change and improve their profitability in every area of the dealership from Sales to Fixed Ops. In my experience, (having personally used every DMS system available... especially from an F&I / Sales Management standpoint...) Reynolds is the largest most reputable DMS provider and offers the absolute best DMS integration system in the automotive industry. Reynolds & Reynolds was established in 1866 and has come a long way from the days when they first got their start selling business forms. Reynolds has continued to implement ground breaking innovations since there inception. This includes everything from real time inventory control, internet based ROI marketing solutions, integrated CRM, inventory control solutions, internet parts order systems, networking, database marketing, key control, and call monitoring just to name a few! If you are interested in pursuing a promising career with a stable, cutting edge organization feel free to contact our team at DealerClassified.com. Positions range from software engineers, sales reps, and clerical. You may contact our Reynolds Recruiting specialists directly via email by clicking here

Come say "hello" at our new Corporate Headquarters!

DealerClassified.com would like to announce the Grand Opening of our NEW Corporate Headquarters in North Atlanta. After several months of construction delays we are finally in our new home!

We are better equipped than ever before to help you land the perfect automotive position, and to serve Automotive employers with their recruiting needs! Be assured, our staff will utilize all of our resources to help you, the Automotive professional. As always our career network is FREE to Job seekers and obligation free. We are alligned with the largest automotive employers in the industry. Here is just an example of some of the Automotive Featured Employers we work with to recruit the finest Automotive talent in our industry:

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If you know you are the best and have the reputation, paystubs, and impeccable references to back it up, call us! We ONLY work with the most reputable DealerGroups and Automotive employers.

For directions to our new location click here     

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:

OPEN INTERVIEWS for Automotive Sales Professionals Conducted Wednesdays at 1:00pm ONLY.

INTERVIEWS for Management positions are conducted by appointment only on an as needed basis.  

                    

 

   

SWITCHING THE BATTING ORDER

I recently received this email from Larry Hawkins, Director of Training for the Metro Atlanta Auto Dealers Association. This topic evoked a lot of interest in me…”Switching the Batting Order” as he calls it. It’s sort of like recycling your human resources. Makes great sense and I will share more of my thoughts in terms of how it can actually help boost your Automotive Career! More on these thoughts following Larry’s email…

Larry Hawkins, Director of Training, MAADA

SWITCHING THE BATTING ORDER

Hello Diane

Just got an idea that I want to run past you; do any of your Dealerships have Salespeople that should be selling “SERVICE”?  Or maybe they have Service Advisors who should be selling cars? Rather than lose a good employee who may not be happy or is less effective than they should be in their current position, why not consider salvaging all that time and attention that you have lavished upon them by switching them from their current slot to one that is more suited for them? What I am referring to is quality individual that may be unhappy due to the hours required of them to be successful in sales. Due to family and scheduling conflicts they may be better off with the daily routine offered in a Service Advisor capacity. The compensation is often comparable and you’ve avoided having to go through the entire recruiting, selection, training process, grooming them to fit into your corporate culture and hoping that you have made the right decision! You hired them in their current capacity but they are just not performing as expected or required to keep their job.  As we tell entry level salespeople, the secret to selling more cars is “switch ‘em,” switch them to a different vehicle before you let them leave to go shop somewhere else if the first one selected is too much money!  Same principle applies to personnel. If they are not going to make it but are good people, switch them to another slot before you send them packing.  If you don’t, someone else certainly will recognize their potential and will put them in the right job.  Then, you will be competing against them! Ralph King and James Parker are two examples in my experience that went from sales to service and excelled!  People liked them as salespeople, and loved them as service writers! Every one of you can name service personnel who went on to become outstanding sales people, managers, even dealers!

Please mention our 2 Day Service Advisor Training to your Dealerships. Our training will help them to make the transition Sales to Service smooth. Please give me a call if you have questions or people to register.

Best regards,

Larry Hawkins, Director of Training, MAADA

Here’s my take. I think it’s a no brainer. The catch phrase really makes it. ”Switching the Batting Order”… It paints the word picture. This is an excellent strategy from the Candidates angle as well as the Employers. If you take the time to learn all the facets of the Automotive Industry and make lateral moves throughout your career, you are increasing your skill set and marketability as a Candidate for upper Automotive Management positions, particularly General Manager. Let’s face it an Automotive General Manager must have a good knowledge of Fixed Ops. Either that or they’ll be faking it till they make it which is no fun dealing with the day to day repercussions of your own mistakes. Take the time to invest in yourself. If you’re looking for a promotion and your boss offers you a position which you feel is not a promotion but lateral, I’d think twice. Knowledge is your greatest asset. You can achieve more by giving yourself an edge and taking advantage of the training and resources your Dealership has available. The Automotive Industry is one of the highest paid professions without the requirements of a formal education. Why not try to get to the top? Take advantage of the opportunities. Invest learn and grow. You may be surprised!

The New Benz

The New Benz

This is the new Mercedes Benz SCL600. This car is really different. This is not what is different about it. This either. And now for the 'really different' part. Look Closer... No steering wheel. You drive it with a joystick. No pedals either. Can you drive with a joystick? Your kids and grandkids probably can. The influence of video games in our lives has really arrived, wouldn't you say?

Your Cell Phone is Smarter Than You Think

THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW YOUR CELL PHONE COULD DO! There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Just check out all the things you can do! Emergency Situations - Out of Coverage The Emergency Number worldwide for Mobileis 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile; network and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked. Try it out. Have you ever locked your keys in the car? Does your car have remote keyless entry? This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone. If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, call someone at home on their cell phone from your cell phone. Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock. It saves the hassle of someone driving your keys to you. Distance is no object. You could be hundreds of miles away and as long as you can reach someone who has the other "remote" or your car, you can unlock the doors (or the trunk)! It works fine! We tried it out and it unlocked our car over a cell phone!" Phone Out Of Juice? Imagine your cell battery is very low. To activate, press the keys *3370#  Your cell will automatically restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time. How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone? To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits on your phone: * # 0 6 #. A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. If your phone gets stolen, you can call your service provider and give them this code. They will be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless! You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either! If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones…And Finally....

Get the 411
Cell phone companies are charging us $1.00 to $1.75 or
more for 411 information calls when they don't have to.
Most of us do not carry a telephone directory in our
vehicle, which makes this situation even more of a
problem. When you need to use the 411 information option,
simply dial: (800) FREE 411, or (800) 373-3411 without
incurring any charge at all. Program this into your cell
phone now. You have to sit through an advertisement…and the audio isn’t the greatest when it asks for location and listing…but hey, what else do you expect for a big fat goose egg?

JOB OF THE WEEK - General Sales Manager

AUTO JOB OF THE WEEK -

General Sales Manager - High Line Luxury Dealership Atlanta

FYI Everybody ....Something new for you! It's our brand new feature called "AUTO JOB OF THE WEEK". In this new weekly series I highlight some of the most lucrative auto positions at the most reputable dealerships Nationwide! Keep in mind, these are just a few of the many career choices listed through our website DealerClassified.com. For a more comprehensive listing of hundreds of Auto Job opportunities click here.  Now, Let's get back to that GSM job!

I am excited and thrilled to say that one of my favorite dealers phoned me two days ago to let me know he was aqcuiring another dealership. The store in question is a pre-existing High Line Import Luxury store in the Atlanta Area.

THE TOP TEN REASONS WHY THIS IS MY FAVORITE CAR DEALER (TODAY)

1. This dealer is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to get the job done even if he has to play receptionist, sales manager, lot porter whatever! This guy is not afraid of hard work!
2. Nothing makes this guy flinch, not even blood gushing out of a cutomers head! (LONG STORY)
3. His excitement is contagious
4. He treats my Job Candidates (and his eventual employees) like gold!
5. I don't recieve bomb threats when I place job candidates in his dealerships!
6. Very Easygoing (I know, I know, very out of character!)
7. Doesn't mind paying you before you start the new job! (Hey my kinda guy!)
8. Has some pristine franchises, I might add... including BMW (2), Honda (2) Suzuki (fastest growing in the Nation) and now... Acura!
9. This dealer will talk to any and every qualified candidate we put in front of him before he decides! Everybody gets a fair shake!
10. This dealer has a very cool unique first name, It's "Street". Now, if it sounds like working for a guy like this piques your interest, then let's get you linked to the GSM Job... shall we? For immediate consideration complete online application and upload your resume here. Both Street and myself will get a copy immediately!