Sales Manager – Automotive Dealership

Restore Talent Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in the UAE is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the sales team and enhance customer engagement. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience in the automotive industry, preferably in the UK market, excellent negotiation abilities, and the capability to motivate a multicultural team. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Attractive commission structure

Ongoing training

Modern showroom environment

Exposure to diverse customers

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive in the automotive industry.
• Strong track record of achieving and surpassing sales targets.
• Experience in the UK automotive market is a major advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate the sales team to achieve targets.
• Ensure every customer receives a professional and supportive buying experience.
• Mentor team members in sales techniques and objection handling.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Customer Rapport Building

Organizational Discipline

Tools

Zoho CRM

Job description

About the Company

A well-established automotive dealership in the UAE is seeking a highly driven Sales Manager to lead its sales team, strengthen customer engagement and ensure consistent sales performance. The company serves a diverse international customer base and is known for delivering a high-quality transparent buying experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong sales leader with automotive experience and a passion for developing teams.

Role Overview

The Sales Manager will oversee the performance discipline and daily structure of the sales team. A significant focus of this role is ensuring consistent second-facing of customers, daily morning sales meetings and strict adherence to the dealership\'s sales process.

Candidates with experience in the UK automotive market are strongly encouraged to apply as this background aligns well with customer expectations and sales standards.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach and motivate the sales team to consistently achieve targets.

• Conduct daily morning sales meetings outlining priorities, appointments, KPIs and performance updates.

• Implement and enforce a structured sales process across all customer touchpoints.

• Review CRM activity daily to ensure accurate pipeline management and follow-up.

Customer Engagement & Deal Closure

• Second-face customers regularly to support negotiations, increase trust and improve closing ratios.

• Ensure every customer receives a professional and supportive buying experience.

• Maintain high levels of product knowledge and showroom standards.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the accuracy of vehicle listings, pricing, digital content and online presentation.

• Review lead quality and work closely with marketing to optimise conversions.

• Ensure full utilisation of the CRM (Zoho preferred) including follow-ups, task management and reporting.

Team Development

• Mentor team members in sales techniques, objection handling and customer communication.

• Hold the team accountable for performance metrics and daily activities.

• Promote a culture of discipline, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive in the automotive industry.

• Strong track record of achieving and surpassing sales targets.

• Experience in the UK automotive market is a major advantage.

• Excellent English communication and negotiation skills.

• Strong second-facing ability and customer rapport-building skills.

• High organisational discipline with strong leadership presence.

• Confident managing and motivating a multicultural team.

• CRM proficiency (Zoho CRM preferred but not required).

Preferred Attributes

• Professional, confident and customer-driven.

• Strong leadership, coaching and problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a high-volume environment.

• Excellent follow-up habits and attention to detail.

Benefits & What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary and attractive commission structure

• Opportunities for long-term growth and advancement

• Supportive leadership with ongoing training

• Modern showroom environment

• Exposure to a dynamic international customer base