Join the ride! Position: Sales Associate
Dealership: Guelph Kia
Location: Guelph, ON
Classification: Full-Time, Immediate Hire

Guelph Kia is proud to be part of the AutoCanada dealership network, the largest Canadian‑owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the U.S. We are innovative, data‑driven, and committed to our team members, customers, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist customers entering the showroom floor, presenting a professional setting that supports automotive sales while ensuring customer satisfaction

Answer questions about new and used cars, vehicle performance, applications processes, and financing for the clientele acting as a subject‑matter expert

Employ strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport when assisting potential customers with their vehicle selection and finalizing their payment terms

Maintain an up‑to‑date customer database to drive current and future automotive sales for the dealership

Present used and new cars through test drives, demonstrations, and dealership walk‑throughs

Leverage negotiation skills without compromising customer satisfaction to carry out the sales process following dealership standards and policies

Send emails and make calls to prospective buyers to ensure the daily calendar has the necessary amount of customer appointments to guarantee productivity goals are met

Follow up with previously sold clients to earn repeat and referral business while maintaining the highest customer satisfaction standards possible

Stay current on required dealer group and manufacturer training

Perform other duties as assigned by store leadership

Must‑haves

Must be 18 years of age or older to meet insurance requirements for operating a motor vehicle

Possession of authorized documentation required to gain employment,



including a current, valid CA‑issued Driver’s License and acceptable Driver’s Abstract

Must submit to and adequately pass a pre‑employment background and MVR screen prior to employment

Open availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays, knowing that employees are required to stay until the customer’s purchase is complete and their satisfaction ensured

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred

3+ years of experience in a customer‑facing role required, with experience in retail, sales, marketing, and customer service preferred

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes standing, sitting, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and lifting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to construct emails and messages in a professional and inviting manner

Has a competitive spirit, drive, outgoing personality, consistency, and resilience to meet monthly sales objectives while following a daily work plan

Perks

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Paid holiday and flex time for full‑time AutoCanada employees

Company‑wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year

Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity within our team. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

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📌 Sales Associate - Guelph Kia (Ontario)
🏢 AutoCanada
📍 Ontario