Car Sales Manager

Exciting Career Opportunity for a New Car Sales Manager in Newport

Are you an experienced sales leader with a passion for the automotive industry? Our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Newport, is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated New Car Sales Manager to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary package, uncapped earning potential, and excellent career development prospects, all within a well-established dealership group across Southwest England and South Wales.

Benefits:

• Starting basic salary of 40,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
• Uncapped, realistic on-target earnings exceeding 60,000 annually
• Personal company car
• 30 days holiday entitlement, plus holiday pay for bank holidays worked
• Full manufacturer-accredited training and ongoing development programmes
• Access to workplace pension scheme
• Staff purchase discounts and additional staff benefits
• Long-term career progression within a large, reputable dealership group
• Average 5-day working week with no Sunday work required, except during March and September
• Working hours from 8:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, with a half-day Saturday (8:30am to 5:00pm) and one late shift per week

Duties of a Car Sales Manager:

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of three New Car Sales Executives to achieve individual and team sales targets
• Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring excellent service standards and advocating customer feedback
• Develop and implement engaging sales campaigns and events to optimise commercial outcomes
• Stay informed of market trends and customer needs to formulate effective sales strategies
• Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate management of customer data
• Lead by example to foster a high-performance sales environment and uphold brand values
• Maintain current and valid UK driving licence with minimal points

Requirements:

• Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved automotive dealership
• Preferably experienced in a busy, high-volume brand or dealership environment
• Strong F&I background is desirable
• Stable employment history demonstrating success in sales leadership roles
• Car Sales Managers should lead from the front with a focus on customer satisfaction and team performance
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive attitude and hands-on approach to management
• Valid UK driving licence with minimal points

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, results-driven New Car Sales Manager to join a respected dealership and make a significant impact on their business. If you possess the necessary experience and are looking for a rewarding career move, we encourage you to apply.

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Newport and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Manager opportunity.