Careers with Star Motors of Ottawa Mercedes-Benz

We are always looking for employees to help us continue our legacy and provide the ultimate Mercedes-Benz experience for all of our customers. Our valued employees are the foundation for the outstanding reputation that has come to define us. Please feel free to contact us so that we may keep you in mind for future opportunities.

We are always looking for qualified:

• New vehicle sales consultants
• Used vehicle sales consultants
• Service technicians
• Service valets/porters
• Accounting/Administrative personnel
• Lot attendants

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Position: Accounting Clerk

Star Motors of Ottawa is “Ottawa’s original Mercedes-Benz dealer” with three generations of commitment to Mercedes-Benz customers spanning 62 years.

Our busy organization is seeking a highly organized, hardworking and self-motivated Accounting Clerk to assist with accounts receivable, payable and keeping the office running smoothly. He or she needs to have superb time management and organization skills.

The candidate will be comfortable with general office operations, including electronic correspondence, filing, typing reports and distributing mail. Our Accounting Clerk is one of the faces of the accounting department and therefore, should have good people and communication skills in order to best work with our clients and staff. We also hope that our Accounting Clerk will help us identify ways we can be more effective and efficient by contributing fresh ideas for improvement.

If you’re interested, please send your resume to Vince Ricottilli at vricottilli@starmotors.ca and Tara Jennings at tjennings@starmotors.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Position: Vans Specialist

Star Motors of Ottawa is “Ottawa’s original Mercedes-Benz dealer” with three generations of commitment to Mercedes-Benz customers spanning 62 years.

Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, combined with a staff that is focused on the highest level of customer service, ensure an efficient and pleasant Mercedes-Benz experience.

We are always looking for employees to help us continue our legacy and provide the ultimate Mercedes-Benz experience for all of our customers. Our valued employees are the foundation for the outstanding reputation that has come to define us.

We are currently looking for a Vans Specialist to join our team!

Job Description:

Reports to: Commercial Vans Manager, Sales Manager, General Manager

Job Summary:

To assist in the growth of the Commercial Vans Division (Mercedes Benz Sprinter and Metris) through planning and implementing marketing strategies, sales and the resulting sales-related administrative work.

Ideal Candidate:

Outgoing and enthusiastic, comfortable meeting potential customers outside of the dealership. Able to generate quality leads through prospecting. Think outside the box to develop exposure for the brand.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing a marketing plan/sales strategy which may include mailings, promotional events, offsite visits etc.
• Meet with potential customers both at the dealership and away from the dealership, present Vans product in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
• Help determine solutions for customers through a consultative sales approach.
• Help potential customers select model most suited to their needs.
• Provide clear effective quotes/proposals to customers when required.
• Keep up to date on Vans product changes as well as competitors’ products. Be aware of changing market conditions.
• Aid in resolving customer problems & issues.

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both written & oral.
• Experience in Business to Business Sales with the ability to understand how a variety of businesses operate.
• Goal/results-oriented, ability to work independently & as part of a team.
• Effective time management skills as well as problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Commercial Vehicle and/or Automotive Sales an asset.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.
• OMVIC License an asset (must be able to qualify for an OMVIC license)

Job Type: Full-time

please email your resumes to Phil Brown at pbrown@starmotors.ca

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Position: Lot Attendant

Star Motors of Ottawa is “Ottawa’s original Mercedes-Benz dealer” with three generations of commitment to Mercedes-Benz customers spanning 62 years.

Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, combined with a staff that is focused on the highest level of customer service, ensure an efficient and pleasant Mercedes-Benz experience.

We are always looking for employees to help us continue our legacy and provide the ultimate Mercedes-Benz experience for all of our customers. Our valued employees are the foundation for the outstanding reputation that has come to define us

We are currently looking for a qualified Lot Attendant / Car Washer to join our team.

Characteristics for the Ideal Candidate:

• Provide exceptional client relations.
• Have superior teamwork skills.
• Always conduct yourself ethically and treat each client and fellow associates with respect.
• Ability to work quickly.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer proficiency is necessary.
• Follows directions well.
• Must have a high energy personality.
• Enthusiastic presence and ability to smile constantly when with clients.
• Create and promote the “Best or Nothing” mentality every day

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely drive client and loaner vehicles into and around the compound.
• The ability to work in a variety of weather conditions including rain, extreme heat, and cold.
• Clean and detail client’s vehicles, demos, loaner and in-stock units.
• Drive the courtesy shuttle if required.
• Run errands for service department as required.
• Ensure prompt clocking in/out when you leave and when you return to the dealership via an electronic time clock.
• Responsible for communicating the need for equipment and/or supplies.
• Maintain and perform a weekly inventory of service lot.
• Responsible for managing a loaner fleet and checking in and out of loaner vehicles.
• Maintaining a clean environment and work area. The area includes Service Drive, Dealer lot, Detail Centre and compound.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma a MUST.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Clean driving record.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Professional personal appearance.
• Ability to work comfortably with the public.
• Ability to communicate clients’ interests, needs and requests to management.
• Able to work flexible hours such as occasional nights and weekends.

If interested, please direct your resume and cover letter to Gordie Tam at gtam@starmotors.ca. We look forwrding to hearing from you!

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Position: Sales Consultant

As a key member of Star Motors of Ottawa, the Sales & Leasing Consultant brings to life Mercedes-Benz Driving Excellence Experience. This position reports to the Sales Managers and is responsible for managing all aspects of the Sales process from the point the customer walks into the dealership to the point of sale and beyond where the Sales Consultant will be passionate about building an ongoing relationship with the customer with the objective to create Brand loyalty.

The Sales Consultant is an expert listener and is a master at executing each process within the Sales cycle. The Sales Consultant is results-oriented and has an eagle eye for “the details”. They continually work at becoming a Product Knowledge expert and strive to provide each customer with a personalized retail experience. The Sales Consultant is focused on achieving sales targets and utilizes the tools provided to them to assist them in their mission (such as ongoing training). As a team player, the Sales Consultants strives to develop collaborative relationships throughout the dealership.

Remuneration and benefits are commensurate with business experience and skill sets. Bilingualism is an asset but not essential.

Job Type: Full-time

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