Tire Sales Specialist (Franklin, TN)

About the role

Dealer Tire is a family‑owned, international distributor of tires and parts founded in 1918 in Cleveland, OH, with over 60 million tires sold to date. The Tire Sales Specialist works inside a premium automotive dealership as the tire‑sales expert, engaging customers, selling tires, performing inspections, recommending solutions, closing sales, building relationships, and supporting store operations.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers and sell tires on the service drive
• Perform quick visual inspections
• Identify needs and confidently recommend solutions
• Provide pricing and close sales
• Build relationships with customers and dealership teams
• Support store operations (inventory, reporting, etc.)

Requirements

• 2+ years of sales experience in a goal‑driven, customer‑facing environment
• Automotive experience preferred
• Proven ability to hit or exceed sales targets
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Basic computer skills (order systems, CRM tools)

Skills

• Build rapport with customers
• Uncover customer needs
• Close sales confidently

Pay

• Base pay: $28.34 – $30.85 per hour
• Target annual commission: $14,040 (alternative figure cited: $13,200)
• Guaranteed commission during onboarding (up to 2 months)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 50% 401(k) match up to 7% of employee contribution
• Paid time off eligibility after 30 days (up to 19 days annually)

Schedule

Consistent 5‑day, 40‑hour work week.