Auto Centre Manager: Lead Sales, Service and Ops

Micheldever Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programme

Funded IMI courses

Staff discounts on services and tyres

Gift vouchers

Life Insurance

Pension

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work

Employee assistance programme

Long service recognition

Maternity/Paternity enhancements

Charity matches

Go-karting prize

Job summary

Protyre Autocare is seeking a commercially minded Centre Manager to join our growing team. You will be responsible for delivering business objectives through effective leadership and coordination of the Centre.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, previous management experience in automotive retail, and a proactive approach to safety, stock control, and customer service. You will lead operations daily, develop staff, and contribute to a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Full Clean UK Driving Licence, held at least 6 months.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Technical or Mechanical knowledge in Automotive.
• Experience of managing multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing and motivating the team, driving the teams’ sales and providing training to the team when necessary.
• Maximise the customer conversion rate by ensuring all team members utilise the company telephone technique and call-back procedures.
• Leading the operation and daily running of the depot.
• Maintain the security of the branch, its stock, assets, customer information, and takings.
• Maintain accurate stock control systems and processes and make available for audit in accordance with company guidelines.
• Ensure that equipment and machinery is maintained and serviced routinely to allow safe operation.
• Ensure stock deliveries are stored and booked into stock on the day of delivery.

Skills

Centre Manager experience

Sales leadership

Automotive knowledge

Account management

Health & Safety knowledge

Car technology understanding

Multi-priority management

Job description

Protyre Autocare is seeking a commercially minded Centre Manager to join our growing team. You will be responsible for delivering business objectives through effective leadership and coordination of the Centre.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, previous management experience in automotive retail, and a proactive approach to safety, stock control, and customer service. You will lead operations daily, develop staff, and contribute to a high-performance culture.