Automotive Local Business Growth Manager (Flexible)

Group 1 Automotive; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on cars and servicing

Company pension

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work

Healthcare support

Volunteer day

Share purchase plan

Refer a friend rewards

Training and development

Life assurance

Flexible working

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive is seeking a Local Business Development Manager at the Volkswagen Van Centre Manchester to drive growth through integrated sales and aftersales solutions while delivering outstanding customer experiences. You'll prospect local business customers, build relationships, and represent the brand professionally, with FCA/regulatory awareness and a focus on compliance and data protection.

The role offers generous leave, pension, and family-friendly policies as part of a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales or customer service role, with targets to achieve.
• Ability to deliver first-class customer service with energy and enthusiasm.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, focused on understanding customer needs.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated sales and aftersales solutions for local business clients, maximising business potential and ensuring excellent customer service.
• Prospect and develop business customers to achieve maximum retention.
• Represent the company professionally to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Comply with FCA regulations and maintain regulated status in finance and general insurance products.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection regulations when handling customer data.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Organisation

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Teamwork

Job description

Group 1 Automotive is seeking a Local Business Development Manager at the Volkswagen Van Centre Manchester to drive growth through integrated sales and aftersales solutions while delivering outstanding customer experiences. You'll prospect local business customers, build relationships, and represent the brand professionally, with FCA/regulatory awareness and a focus on compliance and data protection.

The role offers generous leave, pension, and family-friendly policies as part of a supportive