Automotive Sales Manager

ASI Recruitment; Worthing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive company in the Worthing area is seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to lead and motivate a team of Sales Executives. This non-selling role focuses on developing team performance and maintaining high customer experience standards. Ideal candidates will have senior sales experience in the motor trade and a passion for team leadership. Competitive salary of up to £45,000 with the potential OTE of £65,000.

Qualifications

• Senior sales experience within the motor trade.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of six Sales Executives.
• Maintain strong visibility on the showroom floor.
• Drive departmental performance through coaching and daily direction.
• Ensure a consistently high customer experience.
• Manage reviews and performance discussions.
• Work closely with senior management to achieve targets.
• Maintain operational discipline and strong site standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Motivational skills

Customer service excellence

Job description

Automotive Sales Manager

Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” — Jack Welch

Monday-Saturday, 5 Day Week!

Main Dealer Progression!

Up to £45,000 Basic, OTE £65,000!

Worthing Area

A well-established main dealer in Worthing is seeking a driven, people-focused Sales Manager to lead a busy showroom team and play a key role in the site’s ongoing success.

This is a non-selling position, ideal for someone who enjoys motivating others, maintaining strong presence on the showroom floor, and driving daily performance through hands-on leadership rather than direct sales.

With a stable team, supportive senior management and genuine scope to influence standards and culture, this role offers clear progression and the chance to make a real impact from day one.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of six Sales Executives
• Maintain strong visibility on the showroom floor
• Drive departmental performance through coaching and daily direction
• Ensure a consistently high customer experience
• Manage reviews, performance discussions and ongoing team development
• Work closely with senior management to achieve targets
• Maintain operational discipline and strong site standards

Requirements

• Senior sales experience within the motor trade; step-up candidates welcomed
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