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Open Positions:

Sales Associate

Mercedes-Benz Van Center – Grand Rapids

Objective:

The Sales Associate is responsible for van sales and up-fit sales, meeting established profit objectives. The Sales Associate is also responsible for identifying new sales opportunities by using all reasonable methods of prospecting. This position will require the ability to work with B2B clients as well as retail clients selling commercial to luxury vans. Balance between inside and outside sales activity is required. The Sales Associate assists customers in purchasing/ordering vans and up-fits to meet their needs as well as managing existing account relationships.

Essential Functions

  • Greet and direct walk-in customers.
  • Sells vehicles, lease contracts, up-fits, service agreements etc.
  • Self-generate leads as well as handle walk in customers.
  • Work with marketing team to expand web/social media presence.
  • Maintain online presence and follow up on sales leads generated.
  • Build relationships and creates long term customers.
  • Actively listen and ask questions to assist customers in selecting the appropriate vehicle and body upfit
  • Be the vehicle expert. Maintain current applicable training.
  • Presents and negotiates purchase options.
  • Follow-up with buyers to ensure referral business
  • Understands and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect vehicle sales.
  • Provides follow-up and on-going service to existing customers.
  • Prepares complete and accurate sales orders and processes paperwork in accordance with Hoekstra’s policies.
  • Maintains professional behavior and appearance

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experienced with a sales process, (within a dealership a plus)

Compensation:

  • Bi-Weekly Salary based on experience
  • Monthly Commission

About Mercedes-Benz Van Center – Grand Rapids:

Established in 2023, Mercedes-Benz Van Center Grand Rapids is part of Hoekstra Companies established in 1928, we are the trusted partner across the transportation industry throughout Michigan and beyond. We are a Mercedes-Benz Van dealership, selling commercial vans to luxury vans. Our parent company is a Thomas Built Bus dealer, the best Commercial Buses on the market. Our customers rely on our support to move the most precious cargo, day in and day out.

Mercedes-Benz Van Center Grand Rapids is located in SE Grand Rapids we are a full-service dealer with Sales, Service and Parts.

Why work at Mercedes-Benz Van Center Grand Rapids?

Mercedes-Benz Van Center Grand Rapids provides a competitive salary based on experience along with a monthly commission plan.

Our benefit package is a robust plan that is effective day 1 of full time employment. We have two health plans available, FSA and HSA available. The company contributes to HSA quarterly. PTO, paid holidays which includes your Birthday! Dental, Vision, additional Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability plans. 401(k) / Roth with employer match 50% on the first 6%. Match after 1 year of employment.

At Mercedes-Benz Van Center – Grand Rapids / Hoekstra Companies we appreciate our employees! Throughout the year we have several fun events. Catered lunches in the summer, chili cook off in the fall, family fun night out, Holiday party just to name a few.

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https://www.mbvansgr.com/

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Commission pay

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Sales Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Contact:

Julie Matthew | HR Manager

[email protected]

616-389-1138

 

Diesel Mechanic / Technician– job post

Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • 8 hour shift

Location

255 36th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description.
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Now Hiring: DIESEL MECHANIC/TECHNICIAN

Mercedes-Benz Van Center of Grand Rapids presented by Hoekstra Companies

Mercedes-Benz Van Center – Grand Rapids is seeking a Full Time Diesel Mechanic/Technician for our new Grand Rapids, Michigan location.  Come join us! At Hoekstra we are more than an employer, we are a fun, outgoing environment where everyone works together to grow. If you are willing to learn we are willing to teach. This position allows you a variety of work, competitive wages, flexibility in start and stop times and an excellent benefit package. Don’t be intimidated, come learn our ways. Our one-of-a-kind team is what makes Mercedes-Benz Van Center – Grand Rapids so special, and we want to add someone just like YOU to the Hoekstra family.

Mercedes-Benz Van Center of Grand Rapids is proud of the exceptional benefit package we offer:

  •  Health
  •  Dental
  •  Vision
  •  STD/LTD
  •  401(k)
  •  Paid Holidays – you get your birthday off as a paid holiday
  •  Catered lunches during the summer months
  •  Company family outings

JOB DUTIES:

  •  Responsible for performing diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and repairs on Sprinter vans
  •  Work closely and professionally with parts department and service manager
  •  Accurately document all work performed and parts used
  •  Commitment to highest quality of work and customer service
  •  Work in an extremely clean environment

EXPERIENCE:

  •  Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Preferred but not required)
  •  Basic maintenance on vehicles
  •  Supply own tools
  •  Sprinter technician experience a plus
  •  Dealership experience a plus

Physical demands of the position

  •  Requires ability to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend or twist
  •  Requires ability to stand for long periods of time
  •  Use of hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls
  •  Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
  •  Requires normal color vision, good close-up vision, either normal or with corrective lenses

Compensation based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience level:

  • 2 years

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Required)
  • Dealership: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Contacts:

Julie Matthew | HR Manager

[email protected]

616-389-1138

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