Posted: 16-Aug-24
Location: Pensacola, Florida
Type: Full Time
Salary: Uncapped
Categories:
Sales Executive
About Us
Velocity is the country’s leading and largest builder of classic American vehicles. We’re redefining the essence of classic ownership, vehicles not just restored, but entirely reborn. Our vehicles marry the soul and aesthetic of classic cars with the performance, technology, and reliability of contemporary automobiles. We have revolutionized the classic car industry moving away from the “one-off” restoration with its many unknowns to a manufactured product with redefined reliability, enhanced performance, and drivability.
Overview
Seize the opportunity of a lifetime with Velocity Restorations. We are on the lookout for passionate, driven individuals who'd like the incredibly rare chance to join our sales team. Represent a legendary blend of classic design and modern technology in a brand to our affluent clientele. Engage with high-net-worth individuals, both over calls and in person, to find and build leads, and to transform leads into lifelong, satisfied clients and friends.
Reports To
Chief Revenue Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
- Engagement: Initiate and manage phone calls, email, and texting communication with potential clients and customers, educating them on the Velocity brand and what makes us unique by presenting our line of vehicles with the bespoke options we offer and understanding the client’s wants and needs.
- Product Knowledge: Maintain comprehensive knowledge about our vehicles' features, benefits, and unique selling points to provide accurate information to prospects.
- Ambassador: Represent the brand and our vehicles at in-person events, test drives, shows and in media appearances.
- Customer Service: Handle inquiries, feedback, and objections in a courteous and professional manner.
- CRM Management: Log and update all client interactions, maintaining accurate records of potential leads and client details in our CRM system.
- Continuous Learning: Participate in training and workshops to refine sales techniques and deepen product knowledge.
- Teamwork: Collaborate with the marketing and production teams to stay updated on current campaigns and promotions.
Required Skills and Abilities
- A genuine interest in classic cars and the automotive industry.
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales techniques.
- Drive to achieve sales targets and grow within the sales team.
- Professional and courteous phone etiquette.
- Ability to work onsite during business hours, on call as needed evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Flexibility to travel to company events as needed, up to 15 days a month.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to work.
- Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Experience working with Automotive, Marine/Yacht, Aviation, Real Estate, and other high transaction price sales.
- Any other qualities that demonstrate your ability to excel in a sales team
Physical Demands (to include but not limited to)
- Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computer, office equipment, telephone, cameras, lighting, etc.
- Sit for long periods of time working at a desk, boardroom table, or at a computer.
- Walk long distances across shop floor.
- Must be able to see details of objects from a distance, example: identifying numbers on computer screen
- Ability to lift, carry, and place items up to 20 pounds without assistance.
- Occasional reaching overhead and below knees, including squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to conduct test drives and load/unload vehicles into transport trailers.
Benefits Include
- Competitive base salary with performance-based commissions.
- Comprehensive training and onboarding process.
- A collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for growth in sales and customer experience roles.
- Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability after 60 days
- 401k plan after 6 months at next enrollment period
- Paid time off and paid holidays including time off from Christmas through New Year’s Day
Salary Range:
Base Salary $50,000
Total compensation $75K-$300K per year based on sales
Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout duration of employment with Velocity.
Velocity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Velocity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.