Company Description

Mercedes Benz of Calabasas, is a Sonic Automotive Dealership. 

Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 company that is transforming the way people shop for, buy and service their vehicles. Our talented team work together to ensure we provide an experience unmatched by our competitors.

Salary: $60000 to $90000 / year based on experience

Our associates are happy to work here because:

We boast the lowest turnover in the industry.We provide award winning training (Training Magazine Top 125, and Brandon Hall Awards).We are committed to developing and promoting within the company.We are technology based - most jobs use IPads or IPhones that we provide.Our benefits are extremely competitive with Medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401k and PTO.We encourage peer to peer teamwork and recognition.Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car.Personal Automotive Concierge Service.

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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Traffic Manager is responsible for three primary areas: ensuring 100% Traffic Management Playbook compliance, owning in-store structure, and maintaining Sonic Brand KPI performance.

They will work side-by-side with dealership teammates and Brand Traffic Management Director to identify strengths and opportunities in each of the areas listed above. The Traffic Manager will assist the store in executing to increase overall Traffic Management performance, dealership sales, and profitability.

This position also works laterally with other management personnel in the dealership, with emphasis on New and Used Vehicle Operations. This is to bring a comprehensive analysis and well-rounded resource to the assigned departments.

The Traffic Manager will report directly to the General Manager in alignment with their Traffic Management Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains a thorough understanding of Traffic ManagementAssists store in identifying and addressing low performing areas in comparison to individual KPI’s, targets, and objectivesPartners with TMD’s and General Managers to implement action plans based on opportunities, and hold teams accountable to achieving defined objectivesDrives standardization of traffic management processes at the department levelEffectively communicates traffic management changes and enhancements to all applicable department teammatesPartners with TMD and eLead support team to resolve issues and complete requestsOutline precise growth plans in the department to achieve KPI’s, metrics, and awardsPerform monthly traffic management full audit. The scorecard can be found in the Traffic Management Playbook Chapter 1 – Overview, KPI’s SupportFacilitates weekly internet traffic management meeting. Guidance structure is in Traffic Management Playbook Chapter 7 InternetMystery shops our competitors weekly as well as our own departments to ensure lead performance is handled with precisionReview call performance daily through CallRevuInspect website (mobile and desktop), check for accuracy and quality (i.e., specials, photos etc.)Holds management and sales teammates accountable for achieving results and hitting KPI targetsTrains, coaches, mentors, and develops teammates where needed

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years automotive retail managementMinimum 2 years training and development (store and/or corporate level)Able to set priorities, multi-task, achieve goals and obtain buy-inAbility to identify opportunities and create action plans to improve sales performanceProficient in CDK CRM (Elead)Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to establish and maintain strong internal and external relationshipsStrong organizational and analytical skills, including: planning strategy, problem solving and root cause identificationExperience in developing strategies and communicationExperience in group facilitation, coaching and leading teamsMust be technology savvy and current on business trendsMust be adaptable to changeProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Additional Information

It's time to make the most important move of your career.  From our cooperative, team-based approach, to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.