Our BDC (Business Development Center) Sales Agents are tasked with managing large amounts of inbound/outbound calls and emails in a timely manner. Identify customer needs, provide information on vehicle inventory, research issues and provide solutions or alternatives. Effective communication and a positive attitude are top traits rockstar agents exhibit!
- Contact and communicate with customers to identify automotive needs
- Answer all calls in a prompt, professional and courteous manner
- Use scripts to collect all pertinent customer information and document in the system accordingly
- All appointments must be entered into the dealership customer management system
- Agents must adhere to Asbury phone scripts
- Maintain product knowledge certification and be able to articulate thorough knowledge and understanding of products
- Must meet all daily and monthly performance goals; phone up percentages, appointments set percentages, show and sold percentages
- Must be able and willing to make a high volume amount of calls a day
- Document all communication with the customer in the customer management system
- Complete internet lead management work plans on a daily basis
- High volume calls, ranging from 50+ outbound calls per day and 50+emails each day
- Follow all dealership processes and procedures, high frequency of contact with customers
- Dedicate at least 3 hours of uninterrupted time each day to follow up on your own prospects
- Must be comfortable role playing in front of team members during training
- Excellent customer service skills & motivation to be successful
- Be able to create and maintain customer relationships
- Must arrive on time and be prompt to all shifts. Must remember to clock in and out for shifts and all breaks
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work for all scheduled working hours
- Advanced computer & phone skills
- Minimum typing 35-40 words per minute at minimum
- Experience using customer tracking systems to track calls to customers preferred
- Prior retail, sales, service BDC, receptionist, call center, or sales BDC experience preferred
- Appointment setting experience a plus
- Great communication skills
- Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Various language proficiency is always a plus
- Team player
- Self-starter, manages time and conditions
- Conducts themselves professionally at all times and works well under pressure
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment
- Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
- Maintain valid Drivers License
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background and drug test)