Car Sales Controller

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Laptop provided

Annual leave 23 days + Bank holidays

Manufacturer-approved training

Staff purchase discounts

Modern facilities

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a Bristol-based franchise-approved dealership for a Car Sales Controller. The role offers a competitive base salary with uncapped on-target earnings and includes a company car and laptop.

Key responsibilities include leading the used car sales team, managing forecourt stock, pricing strategy, and delivering high levels of customer satisfaction. The role requires proven leadership and strong knowledge of the UK used car market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Car Sales Controller or similar role within a franchise-approved dealership.
• Strong understanding of the UK used car market and sales processes.
• Ability to lead and motivate a sales team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Bristol.
• Demonstrated career stability and a genuine passion for the motor trade.
• Results-driven with a proactive attitude and a focus on customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the sale of used vehicles, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations.
• Provide advice and leadership to the Used Car Sales team to meet sales targets.
• Manage forecourt buying and effectively control used vehicle stock.
• Ensure stock is accurately advertised both in person and online, with competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with the preparation team to ensure all vehicles are presented to a high standard and ready for customer viewing.
• Monitor and manage vehicle pricing strategies and stock levels to maximise profitability.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Assist in the development of sales strategies to generate new business and promote customer loyalty.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sales experience

UK used car market

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Car Sales Controller at their franchise-approved dealership in Bristol. This Car Sales Controller role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a reputable team and contribute to the continued success of the business.

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary of £28,000 per annum, with uncapped on-target earnings exceeding £60,000 annually based on performance.
• Personal company car and laptop provided.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays; any bank holiday worked will be compensated with a day off in lieu.
• Full manufacturer-approved training to support your professional development.
• Access to staff purchase discounts and state-of-the-art working facilities.
• Opportunity to work with an iconic car brand focusing on a diverse product range and electric vehicle development.
• Uniform working hours from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with one day off during the week; occasional Saturday work from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and one in four Sundays from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, with full weekends off after working a Sunday.

Duties as the Car Sales Controller will include:

• Oversee the sale of used vehicles, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations.
• Provide advice and leadership to the Used Car Sales team to meet sales targets.
• Manage forecourt buying and effectively control used vehicle stock.
• Ensure stock is accurately advertised both in person and online, with competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with the preparation team to ensure all vehicles are presented to a high standard and ready for customer viewing.
• Monitor and manage vehicle pricing strategies and stock levels to maximise profitability.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Assist in the development of sales strategies to generate new business and promote customer loyalty.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Car Sales Controller or similar role within a franchise-approved dealership.
• Strong understanding of the UK used car market and sales processes.
• Ability to lead and motivate a sales team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Bristol.
• Demonstrated career stability and a genuine passion for the motor trade.
• Results-driven with a proactive attitude and a focus on customer satisfaction.