Car Sales Executive

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE £62,000

Company car

Staff parking

30 days annual leave

Pension

Training & certification

Career progression

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd on behalf of a well-established dealership is seeking a Sales Executive to thrive in a premium automotive environment. This role offers the chance to work with iconic brands within a family-run group, with recognised commitment to customer satisfaction and professional development.

You will follow the manufacturer's sales process, manage enquiries and documentation, and pursue new and used car opportunities while maximizing repeat business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a car sales environment, ideally within prestige or high-end brands.
• Strong customer service, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of achieving sales targets and delivering excellent customer experiences.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Enthusiasm for the automotive industry and delivering memorable customer service.
• Demonstrable negotiation skills and a 'can-do' attitude.
• Stable employment history in a customer-facing sales role.

Responsibilities

• Follow the manufacturer's sales process accurately to meet enquiry management targets.
• Maintain detailed and accurate vehicle, customer, and sales documentation according to manufacturer standards.
• Prospect for new and used car customers using various sources and create sales opportunities.
• Use effective follow-up strategies to build long-term relationships with customers and maximise repeat business.
• Promote finance solutions and adhere strictly to FCA guidelines when discussing financial products.
• Oversee the preparation and handover of sold vehicles, ensuring customer understanding of vehicle operation and aftersales support.
• Participate in sales campaigns, promotional events, and both on-site and off-site activities.
• Conduct accurate vehicle appraisals for part exchanges.

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sales Executive position at a well-established dealership. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to advance their career within a prestigious automotive environment. The Sales Executive role offers the chance to work with iconic brands within a family-run dealership, recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with an OTE of approximately £62,000
• Monday to Saturday working pattern, with every other weekend off, providing a healthy work-life balance
• Access to top-tier manufacturer training and certification programmes
• Employee discounts, company car, and staff parking included
• Opportunities for career progression within a rapidly expanding, award-winning group
• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Subsidised manufacturer car purchase scheme

Duties

• Follow the manufacturer's sales process accurately to meet enquiry management targets
• Maintain detailed and accurate vehicle, customer, and sales documentation according to manufacturer standards
• Prospect for new and used car customers using various sources and create sales opportunities
• Use effective follow-up strategies to build long-term relationships with customers and maximise repeat business
• Promote finance solutions and adhere strictly to FCA guidelines when discussing financial products
• Oversee the preparation and handover of sold vehicles, ensuring customer understanding of vehicle operation and aftersales support
• Participate in sales campaigns, promotional events, and both on-site and off-site activities
• Conduct accurate vehicle appraisals for part exchanges

Requirements

• Proven experience in a car sales environment, ideally within prestige or high-end brands
• Strong customer service, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
• Track record of achieving sales targets and delivering excellent customer experiences
• Full UK driving licence
• Enthusiasm for the automotive industry and delivering memorable customer service
• Demonstrable negotiation skills and a 'can-do' attitude
• Stable employment history in a customer-facing sales role