Sales Associate

1135 S Water St, Wilmington, IL
Full Time

🚗 Big Things Are Ahead at D’Orazio Ford — Come Grow With Us!

D’Orazio Ford is growing, relocating, and building the sales team that will take us into our next chapter.

We’re preparing to move into our brand-new, state-of-the-art Ford dealership in Braidwood, IL, at a highly visible interstate location designed to bring more traffic, more inventory, and more opportunity to our team.

And we’re looking for motivated, energetic Automotive Sales Associates who want to be part of it.

If you love working with people, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and are motivated by the opportunity to earn more when you perform more, this could be a great fit. Automotive sales experience is preferred, but attitude, drive, professionalism, and a willingness to learn matter just as much.

đź’° A Pay Plan That Rewards Performance

We believe great salespeople should be rewarded for great results. D’Orazio Ford offers an extremely competitive commission structure designed to give motivated sales professionals exceptional earning potential.

Add in paid training, demo vehicle opportunities, paid time off, benefits, and a supportive team culture, and this is more than another automotive sales position—it’s an opportunity to build a career with a dealership that is growing.

Why Join D’Orazio Ford?

  • Highly competitive commission-based compensation
  • Paid training â€” we'll invest in your success
  • Demo vehicle opportunities
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • A friendly, supportive team environment
  • A brand-new Ford facility opening soon
  • The opportunity to join our team during one of the most exciting periods of growth in our history

What You’ll Do

As an Automotive Sales Associate, you’ll help customers through one of their biggest purchasing decisions while building relationships that keep them coming back to D’Orazio Ford.

You will:

  • Welcome customers and help them find the right vehicle for their needs, lifestyle, and budget
  • Build relationships by asking the right questions, listening, and providing an exceptional customer experience
  • Present Ford vehicles, technology, features, options, and benefits with confidence
  • Conduct vehicle demonstrations and test drives
  • Follow up with customers and prospects to develop long-term relationships and future business
  • Work toward individual and dealership sales goals
  • Stay current on products, inventory, incentives, and available programs
  • Continually evaluate your performance and look for opportunities to improve
  • Work collaboratively with our sales and management teams to deliver an outstanding buying experience

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous automotive sales experience preferred
  • Sales or customer-facing experience is a plus
  • Outgoing, professional, and comfortable working with people
  • Self-motivated, competitive, and goal-oriented
  • Strong communication and follow-up skills
  • Organized and able to manage multiple customers and opportunities
  • Positive attitude and enthusiasm for working as part of a team
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug test

About D’Orazio Ford

The D’Orazio family has been in the automotive business since 1976, building our reputation around taking care of customers and doing business the right way.

Now we're preparing for our next chapter.

With our upcoming move from Wilmington to a new Ford facility in Braidwood, we're investing in our dealership, our customers, and—most importantly—our people.

We're looking for team members who want to grow with us and be part of what comes next.

Ready for your next opportunity? Apply today and come grow with D’Orazio Ford.

*We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,

About Us

The D'Orazio family has been a trusted name in the automotive industry since 1976, committed to delivering quality vehicles and exceptional customer service. Located in Wilmington, IL, we pride ourselves on a culture of integrity, teamwork, and innovation. Join us and be part of a company that values dedication and drives success.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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