Automotive Sales Manager
Cook Chevrolet – Craig, Colorado
Cook Chevrolet is looking for an experienced Sales Manager to lead our sales department with structure, accountability, and a customer-first mindset. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the full sales operation—from desking deals to inventory flow—and enjoys developing people as much as driving performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Desk and structure deals to maximize profitability while ensuring a transparent, positive customer experience
- Work closely with sales consultants throughout the deal process to close sales efficiently and professionally
- Oversee lot management, including merchandising, vehicle placement, and frontline readiness
- Manage vehicle reconditioning process to ensure used inventory is retail-ready quickly and cost-effectively
- Coordinate and oversee detail operations to maintain high presentation standards
- Maintain strong inventory management, including stocking, aging control, and turn rate optimization
- Train, coach, and develop salespeople on product knowledge, sales process, and customer engagement
- Monitor sales performance, set goals, and hold the team accountable to daily and monthly objectives
- Collaborate with the Owner and other department leaders to improve overall dealership performance
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ Years Automotive Management Experience
- Strong desking, negotiation, and deal-structuring skills
- Excellent communication and coaching skills
- Inventory and reconditioning experience strongly preferred
What We Offer
- Pay range from $70-100k per year based on experience and performance
- Stable, locally owned dealership with a strong reputation
- Supportive leadership and a team-focused culture
Why Northwest Colorado?
If you’re thinking about relocating, Craig, Colorado and the Yampa Valley offer a pace and quality of life that’s hard to come by.
Life in the Yampa Valley Means:
- A safe, quiet, and welcoming family‑friendly community
- World‑class outdoor recreation just minutes from your door—hiking, camping, biking, boating, snowmobiling, rafting, and more.
- Renowned skiing in nearby Steamboat Springs
- Exceptional fishing and big‑game hunting—Northwest Colorado is known as the Elk Hunting Capital of the World
- Open space, clean air, and real work‑life balance
Why Cook Chevrolet?
Cook Chevrolet has been serving Northwest Colorado for decades. We believe in doing business the right way—treating customers fairly, supporting our employees, and staying connected to the community we call home.
Ready to Learn More?
If you’re ready to grow your career while upgrading your quality of life, we’d love to talk.
Contact:
Scott Cook
Owner
970‑824‑2100
Cook Chevrolet is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a cornerstone of Northwest Colorado for over 60 years.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Automotive Sales Manager: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person