Sales & Client Experience Trainee

About the role

Mankato Motor Company is growing and seeks individuals with a track record of hustle, integrity, and customer connection. No prior automotive sales experience is required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Learn our 14-step Road to the Sale and apply it with real customers, with support
• Greet and guide customers through the buying experience — no cold calling, no pressure tactics
• Build product knowledge across our brand lineup
• Learn our CRM and inventory tools so you're set up to succeed long after training ends

Requirements

• A strong work ethic and genuine interest in people
• Prior experience in any customer-facing or goal-driven role (retail, hospitality, insurance, food service, military, coaching, etc.)
• Reliability, coachability, and a willingness to learn a new industry
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are listed; all candidates will undergo structured training.

Benefits

• Structured, paid training program covering product knowledge, sales process, and daily tools
• A mentor from our current sales team for the first 90 days
• Pay starts as hourly during training, with a performance-based pay structure upon advancement
• Real earning potential once ramped — top consultants earn significantly more than expected in the industry
• A clear path forward: top trainees move into full sales consultant roles, and from there into leadership positions across our Chevrolet, Nissan, and Volkswagen brands

Schedule

The position is full-time.

Pay

Pay starts as hourly during training, with a performance-based pay structure upon advancement. Top consultants earn significantly more than expected in the industry.

Benefits

• Structured, paid training program
• A mentor from the sales team for the first 90 days
• Performance-based pay structure
• Opportunities for advancement into leadership roles

Why Mankato Motor Company

We are a local, multi-brand dealership group committed to serving our community and investing in our employees. We provide comprehensive training and a supportive environment for growth and development.