Assistant Sales Manager

Abbotsford Nissan, part of the Steve Marshall Group, is looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Sales Manager to support the Sales Manager in leading our Sales Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an automotive sales professional who is ready to take the next step into leadership and play a key role in driving team performance, customer satisfaction, and dealership success. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and natural leader who enjoys coaching others, supporting day-to-day sales operations, and helping create a positive, high-performance sales environment. Role Summary The Assistant Sales Manager supports the Sales Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Sales Department, helping to drive vehicle sales, team performance, and customer satisfaction. This role provides leadership, coaching, and operational support to the sales team while ensuring adherence to dealership processes, company policies, and manufacturer standards. The Assistant Sales Manager works collaboratively with all dealership departments to create an exceptional customer experience, achieve sales objectives, and contribute to the overall success of the dealership. Key Responsibilities * Support the Sales Manager in leading, motivating, and coaching the sales team to achieve individual and dealership sales targets. * Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing development of sales consultants to ensure consistent performance and adherence to process. * Help monitor daily sales activity, including lead management, customer follow-up, and deal progression through the sales funnel. * Work closely with the Finance & Insurance team to ensure smooth deal coordination, maximizing profitability and maintaining a strong customer experience. * Support the execution of dealership sales strategies, promotions, and marketing initiatives as directed by leadership. * Ensure compliance with company policies, manufacturer standards, and all applicable regulatory requirements within the sales process. * Assist in managing inventory flow by communicating market feedback and supporting coordination with leadership on vehicle ordering, pricing, and merchandising. * Step in to support customer resolution and escalations, helping to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. * Track and report key sales performance metrics to the Sales Manager to support decision-making and identify areas of opportunity. * Contribute to and help maintain a positive, high-performance team culture aligned with the values of the Steve Marshall Group. Qualifications * Previous automotive sales experience, with demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and delivering exceptional customer service. * Prior leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience is considered an asset. * Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. * Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and inspire a team. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills. * Proficient in CRM systems, dealership management software, and Microsoft Office Suite. * Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions. * Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. At Abbotsford Nissan, you’ll be part of the Steve Marshall Group, a growing automotive organization committed to developing its people, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and building strong teams. If you’re ready to take the next step in your automotive career, enjoy helping others succeed, and want to grow within a supportive and performance-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Abbotsford Nissan and the Steve Marshall Group!

The Assistant Sales Manager supports the Sales Manager in overseeing daily sales operations, driving team performance, and achieving sales targets. They are responsible for coaching sales consultants, managing inventory flow, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

Candidates must have previous automotive sales experience and a proven track record of meeting sales targets. Strong leadership, communication, and proficiency in CRM and dealership management software are required.

• Customer servicePreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Automotive Sales
• Leadership
• Coaching
• Team Management
• Customer Service
• Sales Operations
• CRM Systems
• Dealership Management Software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Negotiation
• Business Acumen
• Data Analysis
• Inventory Management
• Lead Management
• Communication
• Sales Strategy
• Business Metrics
• Good Driving Record
• Supervision
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Relationship Management
• Decision Making
• Dealership Management Systems
• Finance
• Sales
• Marketing
• Mentorship
• Merchandising
• Microsoft Office
• Operations
• Performance Metric
• Regulatory Requirements
• Sales Process
• Sales Management
• Team Performance Management
• Coordinating

• Sales
• Management & Leadership
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Assistant Sales Manager
• Assistant Retail Store Manager
• Shop Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week