Assistant Sales Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Sales Manager for a prestigious dealership in Southampton. The role involves overseeing daily sales operations, managing a team, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and automotive sales experience, with a competitive salary of £35,000 and potential bonuses over £50,000. Benefits include a company car, 30 days holiday, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Company Car

Competitive Bonus Structure

30 Days Holiday

Life Assurance

Subsidised Manufacturer Car Purchase schemes

Discounted MOT and servicing

Qualifications

• Several years motor trade experience; preferably in a managerial role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the sales department.
• Manage a team of sales executives and provide guidance.
• Set sales targets and monitor performance.

Skills

Motor trade experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Negotiation skills

Results-oriented approach

Knowledge of automotive industry

Proficiency in sales software

Clean UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Assistant Sales Manager required in Southampton, Hampshire

• Prestige Main Dealer
• Company Car included

Experienced Assistant Sales Manager, required for our client’s Vehicle Dealership in Southampton.

Our client is a Multi-Site Dealership group with a larger presence within Hampshire and the Southwest, covering over 50 sites and over 20 automotive brands, ranging from volume performers to Prestige, Niche & High-End Vehicle.

You will be working with a fantastic, reliable brand, with a brilliant reputation for quality car making.

What’s in it for you as an Assistant Sales Manager?

• A competitive Basic Salary of £35,000
• A fantastic Bonus Structure of £50,000+
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 - 18:00 (1 hour lunch) and Saturday 08:30 - 17:00 / Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 (1 hour lunch), with a rota day off in the week
• A supportive Management Structure
• Company Car, with maintenance costs, insurance, business mileage & fuel paid for
• 30 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Plus, your Birthday off work!
• Long Service holiday entitlement
• Life Assurance up to 3 times your annual salary
• Subsidised Manufacturer Car Purchase schemes for your family
• Discounted MOT and servicing
• Future Development Opportunities with a Large Group

Duties of an Assistant Sales Manager with our Client

• Assisting the Sales Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the sales department
• Managing a team of sales executives, providing guidance, coaching, and support
• Setting sales targets and closely monitoring performance to achieve desired results
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships to drive customer loyalty and repeat business
• Supporting the sales team in negotiating and closing deals, ensuring customer satisfaction
• Assisting in the development and implementation of sales strategies and promotional activities
• Conducting regular performance evaluations and providing feedback to the sales team
• Keeping up-to-date with market trends, competitor analysis, and industry developments

What our client expects of their Assistant Sales Manager

• Several years motor trade experience; proven experience in automotive sales, preferably in a managerial or assistant managerial role
• Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to inspire a sales team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Strong negotiation and closing skills
• Results-oriented approach with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Sound knowledge of the automotive industry and market trends
• Proficiency in computer systems and software relevant to automotive sales
• Full UK Driving Licence – preferably clean

This vacancy is based in Southampton, Hampshire and our client is ideally looking for motor trade experienced applicants.

We will not send your CV to a job until we have spoken to you, so it is imperative that you provide a daytime contact number preferably your mobile number.

If you are interested in hearing more about this Assistant Sales Manager Job in Southampton, please contact Kinga Csipetics at Perfect Placement today!

At Perfect Placement, we specialise in Motor Trade Jobs. We are the leading UK Motor Trade Recruiters with over 1,400 Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK.