Auto Retail Sales Leader — Coaching, Targets & Finance

Renault Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECOS/ECOP vehicle scheme

Family Car Scheme

Car insurance included

Pension scheme

Staff discounts on vehicles, parts, &c

Share Incentive Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policies

Job summary

Renault Watford is seeking an experienced Assistant Sales Manager to join our leadership team. You will support the General Sales Manager, coach the sales team, and drive performance across new and used vehicle sales while maintaining high standards of customer experience and finance compliance.

The role requires a proven track record in automotive retail sales, strong understanding of finance products, and the ability to lead in the absence of the General Sales Manager.

Qualifications

• Candidates with experience as a Sales Controller, Business Manager, Transaction Manager, F&I Manager, Assistant Sales Manager or Senior Sales Executive within a franchised automotive dealership.
• Experience in new and/or used vehicle sales within franchised automotive dealership environments.
• Strong understanding of finance and insurance products and experience coaching Sales Executives.
• Proven track record in automotive retail sales.
• Full UK driving licence (manual and automatic).

Responsibilities

• Support the General Sales Manager in delivering new and used vehicle sales targets, profitability objectives and manufacturer standards
• Coach, develop and support the Sales Team to maximise customer engagement, conversion rates, product knowledge and process compliance
• Monitor sales performance, activity levels, key performance indicators, forecasts, stock turn and sales pipeline activity
• Structure vehicle deals and assist with complex sales transactions where required
• Present and oversee finance, insurance and add-on products in a compliant and customer-focused manner
• Work with finance providers and lenders to secure suitable funding solutions for customers
• Support vehicle appraisals, stock acquisition, pricing strategies, preparation planning and stock management activity
• Ensure leads, enquiries, appointments, follow-up activity and customer escalations are handled professionally and effectively
• Maintain high standards of compliance, manufacturer process adherence and customer satisfaction
• Lead the Sales operation in the General Sales Manager's absence

Skills

Sales leadership

Coaching

Finance knowledge

CRM systems

Communication

Tools

CRM systems

Dealership management systems

Sales performance reporting tools

Job description

Renault Watford is seeking an experienced Assistant Sales Manager to join our leadership team. You will support the General Sales Manager, coach the sales team, and drive performance across new and used vehicle sales while maintaining high standards of customer experience and finance compliance.

The role requires a proven track record in automotive retail sales, strong understanding of finance products, and the ability to lead in the absence of the General Sales Manager.