Business Manager

Perfect Placement; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £25,000 + uncapped OTE

Personal company car

30 days holiday (33 with service)

Pension

Staff discounts

Training programmes

Staff events

Long-standing dealer group

Job summary

Perfect Placement is seeking a Business Manager for a reputable multi-franchise car dealership in Cardiff. You will lead a team of Sales Executives, drive performance, and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include coaching the sales team, developing targeted sales strategies, and overseeing daily operations. The role offers a base salary of £25,000 with uncapped OTE, a company car, generous holiday, and progression within a long-standing dealer group.

Qualifications

• Must have proven sales management experience in a franchise-approved car dealership.
• F&I background is advantageous but not required.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support the sales team to meet and surpass targets.
• Champion customer satisfaction and gather feedback for process improvements.
• Organise sales events and promotional campaigns.
• Analyze market trends to develop targeted strategies.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate customer data management.
• Maintain professionalism and model company standards.
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies and foster a positive working environment.

Skills

Sales management

Leadership

Customer service

Driving licence

Job description

Join a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Cardiff as a Business Manager, a role that offers a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity. This is an excellent chance for an experienced sales management professional to lead a dedicated team of Sales Executives, driving performance and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. The Business Manager role involves overseeing daily operations, coaching sales teams, and developing targeted sales strategies aligned with market trends.

Benefits of the Business Manager:

• Salary of £25,000 per annum, with uncapped OTE exceeding £60,000 based on sales performance
• Personal company car provided
• 30 days annual holiday, increasing up to 33 days with service
• Benefits include workplace pension, staff purchase discounts, and discounts on parts, servicing, and labour
• Manufacturer-accredited training programmes
• Expenses paid for bi-annual staff events, including summer and Christmas gatherings
• Long-term career development within a well-established, reputable dealer group with over 60 years of operation
• Regular work hours: 8:30am-6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with scheduled days off during the week and alternate weekends off
• Saturday hours: 9:00am-5:00pm; Sunday hours: 11:00am-4:30pm

Duties of the Business Manager:

• Lead, coach, and support the sales team to consistently meet and surpass sales targets
• Champion customer satisfaction by implementing best practices and valuing feedback
• Organise and deliver engaging sales events and promotional campaigns
• Analyse customer needs and market trends to develop targeted sales strategies
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate customer data management
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and set an example as a role model for the brand
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies and promote a positive working environment

Requirements of the Business Manager:

• Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved car dealership
• Preferably familiar with a busy brand or small to medium-sized dealership environments
• Strong F&I background is advantageous
• Recent or current experience in a similar sales management role
• Demonstrable leadership skills, with the ability to lead by example
• UK driving licence with minimal points
• Excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach