Car Sales Executive

ASI Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run automotive dealership in Canterbury seeks a Car Sales Executive to deliver exceptional sales experiences. This role involves managing the vehicle sales journey, building relationships with customers, and achieving sales targets in a supportive environment. With a basic salary of £12k and an OTE of over £50k, this position offers a structured working week and additional benefits including 23 days of holiday. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and customer-facing skills.

Benefits

Strong commission structure

23 days' holiday + BH

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven success in a sales-driven role with targets.
• Ideally some main dealer experience.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a professional sales experience.
• Manage the full sales journey for vehicles.
• Build strong relationships with customers and buyers.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Maintain accurate administration and FCA compliance.
• Represent the dealership professionally.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-facing skills

Sales-driven focus

Organisational skills

Confidence in closing deals

Job description

Car Sales Executive

"Your work family is a constant reminder that you are never alone in the journey of building a successful career."

Overview

Opportunity with an established, family‑run, manufacturer‑approved dealership in Canterbury. Enjoy a 5‑day working week, no Sundays, and a strong commission structure (OTE £50,000). This role is perfect for an experienced sales executive who values a supportive environment and strong brand backing, working on both new and used vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a professional and customer‑focused sales experience
• Manage the full sales journey for new and used vehicles
• Build strong relationships with customers and local buyers
• Achieve and exceed sales and performance targets
• Maintain accurate administration and FCA compliance
• Represent the dealership and brand professionally at all times

Requirements

• Strong communication and customer‑facing skills
• Proven success in a sales‑driven, target‑focused role
• Proactive, organised, and confident in closing deals
• Ideally some main dealer experience
• Full UK driving licence

Salary and Benefits

• £12k basic / £14k accredited; OTE £50,000+
• Mon‑Fri 8:30am‑6pm, Sat 8:30am‑5pm (5‑day week)
• BH rota 10am‑4pm
• 23 days' holiday + BH

Referral Scheme

If you know a qualified sales executive who might be interested, we will pay £75 in vouchers of your choice for a successful recommendation.

Important

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Other Opportunities

If you’re looking for something else in the automotive sector, contact us – at ASI Automotive Recruitment we thrive on finding the right job for you.

The role is based in Canterbury, Kent, and our client prefers a long‑term commute. To learn more, please get in touch with your current CV.

Take the next step in your sales career — apply now to secure your place on the shortlist.