Automotive Sales Manager: Lead On‑Floor Team (Worthing)

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

Job summary

A well-established automotive dealer in Worthing is seeking a driven Sales Manager. This non-selling position focuses on leading a team, maintaining showroom performance, and ensuring a high customer experience. The ideal candidate will have senior sales experience in the motor trade and the ability to motivate a team effectively. The role offers up to £45,000 basic salary with an OTE of £65,000, along with various benefits including a company car and 25 days’ holiday.

Benefits

Company car

Free onsite parking

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Senior sales experience within the motor trade; step-up candidates welcomed.
• Driven, enthusiastic, and confident leading from the front.
• Hands-on approach; not suited to someone who prefers to stay in the office.
• Strong communicator with proven team-building skills.
• Comfortable in a non-selling, leadership-focused role.

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.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales performance coaching

Strong communication

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Job description

A well-established automotive dealer in Worthing is seeking a driven Sales Manager. This non-selling position focuses on leading a team, maintaining showroom performance, and ensuring a high customer experience. The ideal candidate will have senior sales experience in the motor trade and the ability to motivate a team effectively. The role offers up to £45,000 basic salary with an OTE of £65,000, along with various benefits including a company car and 25 days’ holiday.