General Sales Manager

Description

Our client, a reputable multi–franchise approved automotive dealership located in Gloucester, is seeking an experienced General Sales Manager to join their expanding team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a driven professional to lead a dedicated sales team, enhance dealership performance, and contribute to the growth of a well–respected family–run automotive business.

Benefits of a General Sales Manager:

Competitive starting salary, fully negotiable based on experienceUncapped departmental performance–related bonus schemeCompany car included31 days annual leave, with bank holidays worked given a day off in lieuGuaranteed 5.5–day working week, with no Sundays requiredHalf–day off during the weekFull in–house and manufacturer–accredited training programmesContributory workplace pension schemeDeath in service benefitsAccess to exclusive staff discounts on new and used vehicles, servicing, and partsLong–term career development within an expanding dealership networkDuties of a General Sales Manager:

Lead and motivate a team of six Sales Executives to achieve targets across new and used vehicle sales, finance, and insurance productsDevelop and implement sales strategies to enhance dealership profitability and market presenceManage daily operations ensuring high standards in showroom and forecourt presentationOversee customer interactions face–to–face, via phone, and email, ensuring exceptional service and satisfactionLiaise with the marketing and digital sales teams to promote vehicles and services effectively online and offlineMonitor and maintain high Customer Satisfaction Index scores, handling complaints efficientlyTrack and analyse Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure team and dealership performanceEnsure all sales and transactions are fully FCA compliantParticipate in closing deals, including underwriting part exchanges as a General Sales ManagerSupervise dealership operations in the absence of senior management or Group Service ManagerMaintain an understanding of market trends and competitors to foster growth and innovationRequirements of a General Sales Manager:

Proven experience in a sales management role within a medium–to–large franchise–approved automotive dealershipStrong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate a diverse workforceProfessional, calm, and strategic approach to dealership operationsExcellent communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with internal teams and external stakeholdersRobust analytical and problem–solving abilities to anticipate and overcome challengesValid UK driving licence with minimal pointsFull knowledge of FCA compliance standardsA proactive attitude with a focus on growth, customer satisfaction, and operational excellenceContact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Gloucester and Gloucestershire

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