Customer Support - Inside Sales
Kar Auction Services Inc., Carmel, Indiana, United States, 46033
Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful**Job Overview**Inside Sales Representative is responsible for effectively promoting business on pre-owned vehicles to customers through various channels. The role is crucial in the sales process, from initial customer contact to follow ups if needed. This position requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of automotive products, strong sales experience, integrity and the ability to build and maintain customer relationships. These qualities contribute to the success of inside sales representatives in a dynamic and competitive sales environment. The specific requirements may vary based on the industry, business unit, and product or service being sold.**Responsibilities and Duties*** Customer Engagement:
+ Respond promptly to customer inquiries through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.
+ Provide information about available used cars, including features, specifications, and pricing.
+ Schedule and conduct virtual or in-person vehicle demonstrations for potential buyers.* Sales Process:
+ Guide customers through the sales process, from initial contact to the final sale.
+ Conduct needs assessments to understand customer preferences and budget constraints.
+ Collaborate with other team members, including finance and inventory management, to ensure a smooth sales process.* Product Knowledge:
+ Stay updated on the features and specifications of the pre-owned vehicles in the inventory.
+ Educate customers on the benefits of purchasing used cars and address any concerns they may have.* Negotiation and Closing:
+ Negotiate terms and conditions with customers to secure the sale.
+ Close sales and complete necessary paperwork, ensuring all legal and compliance requirements are met.* Customer Relationship Management:
+ Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to encourage repeat business and referrals.
+ Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.**Qualifications*** Previous experience in automotive sales, particularly in the used car market, is preferred.* A college diploma or equivalent experience is required. Additional education or training in sales and marketing is a plus.* At least 5 years of Customer Service experience, preferably with background in Sales* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Knowledge of automotive products, features, and industry trends.* Ability to work in a fast-paced sales environment.* Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.* Familiarity with Salesforce, Five9 and Zoom.**Who We Are:**
At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.
**We’re a technology company** building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles.
**We’re a data company** helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use.
**And we’re an innovation company** accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
**Our Values:**
**Driven Waybuilders.** We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate.
**Relentless Curiosity.** We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience.
**Smart Risk-Taking.** We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition.
**Fearless Ownership.** We deliver what we promise and learn along the way.
**What We Offer:*** Competitive Pay* Mandatory Benefits: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG* 13th month pay* Paid Vacation and Sick Leave* Birthday Leave* HMO (available 2 months from start date)* SSS Maternity and Paternity Leave**OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions.****We’re a technology company** delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing.**We’re an analytics company** leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights.**And we’re an auction company** powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces.In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue. Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers.Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers.**California Residents:** Click
to learn more about the personal information we collect in the application process. Also, click
for how we adhere to the California Fair Chance Act.**Canadian Residents:** Click
to learn more about how we adhere to the provincial Human Rights Codes and any accessibility and/or disability legislation"
**OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.** #J-18808-Ljbffr
Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful**Job Overview**Inside Sales Representative is responsible for effectively promoting business on pre-owned vehicles to customers through various channels. The role is crucial in the sales process, from initial customer contact to follow ups if needed. This position requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of automotive products, strong sales experience, integrity and the ability to build and maintain customer relationships. These qualities contribute to the success of inside sales representatives in a dynamic and competitive sales environment. The specific requirements may vary based on the industry, business unit, and product or service being sold.**Responsibilities and Duties*** Customer Engagement:
+ Respond promptly to customer inquiries through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.
+ Provide information about available used cars, including features, specifications, and pricing.
+ Schedule and conduct virtual or in-person vehicle demonstrations for potential buyers.* Sales Process:
+ Guide customers through the sales process, from initial contact to the final sale.
+ Conduct needs assessments to understand customer preferences and budget constraints.
+ Collaborate with other team members, including finance and inventory management, to ensure a smooth sales process.* Product Knowledge:
+ Stay updated on the features and specifications of the pre-owned vehicles in the inventory.
+ Educate customers on the benefits of purchasing used cars and address any concerns they may have.* Negotiation and Closing:
+ Negotiate terms and conditions with customers to secure the sale.
+ Close sales and complete necessary paperwork, ensuring all legal and compliance requirements are met.* Customer Relationship Management:
+ Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to encourage repeat business and referrals.
+ Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.**Qualifications*** Previous experience in automotive sales, particularly in the used car market, is preferred.* A college diploma or equivalent experience is required. Additional education or training in sales and marketing is a plus.* At least 5 years of Customer Service experience, preferably with background in Sales* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Knowledge of automotive products, features, and industry trends.* Ability to work in a fast-paced sales environment.* Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.* Familiarity with Salesforce, Five9 and Zoom.**Who We Are:**
At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.
**We’re a technology company** building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles.
**We’re a data company** helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use.
**And we’re an innovation company** accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
**Our Values:**
**Driven Waybuilders.** We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate.
**Relentless Curiosity.** We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience.
**Smart Risk-Taking.** We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition.
**Fearless Ownership.** We deliver what we promise and learn along the way.
**What We Offer:*** Competitive Pay* Mandatory Benefits: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG* 13th month pay* Paid Vacation and Sick Leave* Birthday Leave* HMO (available 2 months from start date)* SSS Maternity and Paternity Leave**OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions.****We’re a technology company** delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing.**We’re an analytics company** leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights.**And we’re an auction company** powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces.In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue. Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers.Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers.**California Residents:** Click
to learn more about the personal information we collect in the application process. Also, click
for how we adhere to the California Fair Chance Act.**Canadian Residents:** Click
to learn more about how we adhere to the provincial Human Rights Codes and any accessibility and/or disability legislation"
**OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.** #J-18808-Ljbffr