Lou Bachrodt has one distinct edge over our competitors, and it is the backbone of the company: HIRING GREAT PEOPLE! When it comes to sales and service, customers have a lot of options, but they select us because of the experience we provide and the enthusiasm our employees have for assisting others and one another. The strength of the whole is built by developing the character and confidence of every individual on our team while offering a pleasant, family environment in which to contribute, and it shows in all we do.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and reach monthly finance and insurance manager goals for automotive sales, service contracts, customer service, and other key benchmarks.
• Assess whether car buyers need financing and payment options before presenting them with appropriate auto finance plans.
• Evaluating credit applications from potential customers and determining whether they are eligible for financing, including arranging for appraisals of used cars or other collateral if needed.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards serving as a finance director and/or manager who is committed to a high customer satisfaction index (CSI).
• Support the auto sales manager during each vehicle purchase and leverage opportunities to offer aftermarket products, service contracts, and insurance programs.
• Abide by federal, state, and local regulations when preparing paperwork, finalizing financial transactions, setting interest rates, and working with lending institutions.
• Manage inventory of finance department supplies, including bank, state, and auto dealership forms.

• Strong mathematical and finance skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain complex programs to buyers.
• Knowledge of financial compliance requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to help customers find a good deal that fits their financial situation.
• Experience with Reynolds and Reynolds (DMS).
• Experience using Docupad.
• Advanced negotiation skills to help customers find the best rate.
• Strong sales and closing skills to boost sales for the dealership.
• Automobile industry experience and knowledge, strongly preferred.
• Leadership or training skills to educate the sales staff on the available programs.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to pass pre-employment testing including background checks and drug test.

Lou Bachrodt Automotive Group is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.