Business Manager

Perfect Placement; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Share incentive scheme

Colleague purchase discounts

Cashback and retailer discounts

Training and development

Job summary

Perfect Placement is seeking a highly skilled automotive professional for a Business Manager role at a reputable Exeter dealership. You will support the sales team, manage finance opportunities, and drive customer-focused sales.

The package includes a £35,000 basic salary with a realistic OTE of £55,000, a company car, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity benefits, pension, share incentives, and ongoing training with clear development pathways.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Business Manager or in automotive sales management.
• Strong knowledge of automotive finance and insurance products.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Independent decision-making and a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team to maximise vehicle and finance opportunities.
• Present and explain finance, insurance, warranty, and protection products.
• Ensure a transparent and professional customer experience throughout the sales process.
• Ensure all finance agreements and sales activities adhere to regulatory standards.
• Build rapport and trust with customers to foster long-term relationships.
• Drive department performance in line with targets.
• Promote the Group's Active Sales process.
• Provide expert advice on vehicle finance and related products.

Skills

Sales management experience

Automotive finance knowledge

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Customer relationship building

Target-driven

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced automotive professional for the role of Business Manager at a reputable dealership in Exeter, Devon. Our client, a leading UK motor retail group, is offering an excellent opportunity for career progression within a customer-focused environment.

Benefits include:

• Basic salary of £35,000 with an achievable OTE of £55,000
• Company car included
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Pension scheme
• Share incentive scheme and colleague purchase discounts
• Access to a broad rewards platform with cashback and retail discounts
• Continuous training and clear development pathways

Duties of the Business Manager role include:

• Supporting the sales team to maximise vehicle and finance opportunities
• Presenting and explaining finance, insurance, warranty, and protection products
• Ensuring a transparent and professional customer experience throughout the sales process
• Ensuring all finance agreements and sales activities adhere to regulatory standards
• Building rapport and trust with customers to foster long-term relationships
• Driving department performance in line with targets
• Promoting the Group's customer-centric Active Sales process
• Providing expert advice on vehicle finance and related products

Requirements for the Business Manager position:

• Previous experience as a Business Manager, Transaction Manager, or in automotive sales management
• Strong understanding of automotive finance and insurance products
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities
• Confidence in independent decision-making
• Professional, customer-focused approach to service
• Ability to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence

This role presents an excellent pathway for career development within the automotive industry. If you are ready to progress your career as a Business Manager, this opportunity in Exeter offers a competitive package and ongoing support.