Business Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal company car

30 days annual holiday allowance

Manufacturer-accredited training

5-day working week

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Cardiff is seeking a Business Manager to lead a team of three sales executives and drive targets within a franchise-approved dealership. You will steer sales campaigns, coach staff, and ensure best-practice customer service, while aligning strategies with market trends.

The role offers £30,000 base with uncapped OTE (£55,000+), a Personal company car, and a 5-day week with Saturdays and a weekday off. A proactive, customer-focused leader will excel.

Qualifications

• Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved dealership.
• Experience leading small/medium dealerships.
• Strong background in F&I (finance & insurance) sales.
• Full UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Stable employment history with a track record of success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a team of three sales executives to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring best practices and valuing customer feedback.
• Organise and implement engaging sales events and promotional campaigns.
• Develop targeted sales strategies aligned with market trends and customer needs.
• Collaborate with departments to maintain accurate and up-to-date customer data.
• Lead by example, embodying the brand’s values and service standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of automotive products and market conditions.
• Contribute to team performance reviews and departmental objectives.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Customer service

Event planning

Data accuracy

Communication

Job description

Overview

Business Manager position at a franchise-approved car dealership in Cardiff. A key leadership role for an experienced sales management professional within a reputable dealership group.

Benefits

• £30,000 basic salary with uncapped OTE of £55,000+ per annum
• Personal company car
• 30 days annual holiday allowance (pro-rated for bank holidays worked)
• Access to manufacturer-accredited training and development programmes
• Guaranteed 5-day working week, Monday to Saturday, with a scheduled day off during the week
• No Sunday work except in March and September (hours: 10:00am-4:00pm)
• Additional staff benefits and perks
• Long-term career progression within a large established dealer group across Southwest England and South Wales

Duties

• Lead, coach, and support a team of three sales executives to meet and exceed sales targets
• Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring best practices and valuing customer feedback
• Organise and implement engaging sales events and promotional campaigns
• Develop targeted sales strategies aligned with market trends and customer needs
• Collaborate with departments to maintain accurate and up-to-date customer data
• Lead by example, embodying the brand’s values and service standards
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of automotive products and market conditions
• Contribute to team performance reviews and departmental objectives

Requirements

• Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved dealership, ideally in a busy brand environment
• Previous experience managing small to medium-sized dealerships preferred
• Strong background in finance and insurance sales (F&I)
• Demonstrable success in leading sales teams and achieving targets
• Stable employment history with a track record of success
• Full UK driving licence with minimal points
• Proactive and customer-focused approach
• Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively