Automotive Business Development Center (BDC) Representative

Job overview

The Automotive Business Development Center (BDC) Representative role is onsite in Lake Bluff, IL. Compensation is $36,000–$60,000 per year, with tiered commission and bonus opportunities. Kunes Auto Group is a growing dealership group with more than 40 locations. The representative serves as an initial contact for potential customers, engaging leads and scheduling sales appointments through phone, text, and email. The role supports the sales team by building customer relationships, maintaining accurate CRM records, and helping drive showroom traffic and territory results.

What you'll do

• Respond to online leads and phone inquiries
• make outbound calls, texts, and emails to schedule and confirm appointments
• build rapport with potential customers
• follow up with leads
• document interactions in the CRM
• collaborate with sales staff
• apply scripts and processes to set successful appointments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive bdc representative

lake bluff il

kunes auto

dealership

lead follow-up

appointment setting

crm

customer engagement

sales support

paid training

$36k–$60k/year

commission opportunities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• life insurance
• employee assistance program
• daily pay options
• vehicle, parts, and service discounts
• training and career advancement.

Why this role

Paid training and ongoing professional development; career growth opportunities across 40+ dealerships; nights and weekends may be required.

About the employer

Kunes Auto is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.