Careers with American Powertrain
How to apply
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Sales Position
Company overview:
- American Powertrain and its parent company, The Driven Man, provide modern transmission systems for classic muscle cars and street rods as well as for modern performance vehicles. We are one of the top 10 Tremec Transmissions Elite Dealers in the world. We also sell a complete line of clutches, flywheels and hydraulic actuation systems.
- We currently have 7 fulltime employees and a few contractors.
- We have been in business since 2005.
- One of our transmissions was recently featured on Hot Rod TV. We have other TV and print features in process.
- We have had over 1.5 million visitors to our websites.
- We have a 16,000 square foot facility.
The position:
- Sales - predominantly phone based sales to individuals, shops and re-sellers. There may be some in person sales at automotive events or commercial customers.
- Market: The entire world. Literally. We have customers all around the world. ( You gotta love the internet)
- Hours: Generally 8:00 - 5:00 M-F hours. Some flexibility.
- A good candidate could earn a $20,000 base with additional commission. A competent salesperson can earn $35,000 per year after just a few weeks of work. A good salesperson could make $50,000 plus after building up a customer base.
- PDO’s
- Insurance - not at this time
- 401k - not at this time
Requirements:
- Must have successful sales experience, but it does not have to be in the automotive field. This is a very technical sales position and an understanding of automobiles is a definite plus.
- A good general understanding of automotive transmissions, engines etc... is very important, but if you are a quicker learner and an excellent sales person you may still be a good fit for the job.
- We only hire non-smokers.
- No profanity or vulgarity
- A good working knowledge of e-mail and internet navigation is essential as are excellent people skills and the ability to communicate technical information in a clear and intelligent manner. We want our customers to know we provide excellent service, sell good products and have a knowledgeable staff.
- Excellent people skills
- Excellent phone skills
- Good organizations skills
- Detail oriented
- Team player
