Car Sales Executive

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Warmley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

31 days leave

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Training programme

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Cheltenham is recruiting a New/Used Car Sales Executive for a reputable dealership within a well-established franchise.

Starting basic salary is £22,500 per annum, with uncapped commission and on-target earnings exceeding £40,000. Benefits include a company car, 31 days' annual leave, pension, staff discounts, and ongoing manufacturer training.

Qualifications

• Residency within a reasonable commuting distance of Cheltenham.
• UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Previous experience in car sales preferred; experience with new, hybrid, or electric vehicles advantageous but not essential.
• Strong transferable skills in retail, customer service, or sales.
• Results-driven attitude with a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain lasting customer relationships.
• Commitment to professionalism and the brand.

Responsibilities

• Selling new and used vehicles, including hybrid and electric models where applicable.
• Promoting various add-ons, accessories, and finance and insurance products as a Car Sales Executive.
• Building and maintaining excellent customer relationships to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Providing detailed vehicle demonstrations and explaining warranties, services, and after-sales support.
• Keeping customers informed about vehicle delivery status and managing any delays.
• Resolving customer queries promptly and collecting payments prior to vehicle handover.
• Introducing customers to the Service Department and offering ongoing support.

Skills

Customer service

Retail selling

Communication skills

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a New/Used Car Sales Executive to join their reputable dealership in Cheltenham.

This is an excellent Car Sales Executive opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career within a well-established franchise, offering substantial earning potential and long-term career progression.

Starting basic salary of £22,500 per annum

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6:00pm, with a scheduled day off each week

Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm and alternating Sundays from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Uncapped earning potential with performance-related commission, with on-target earnings exceeding £40,000 annually

Company car included - 31 days annual leave, increasing with service (plus bank holidays in lieu)

Holiday pay based on a 12-month wage average

Full manufacturer-approved training programme

Company pension scheme and additional staff benefits

Staff purchase discounts and exclusive access to high street and online retailer discounts

Opportunities for career advancement within a top 200 AM retailer rated 'star' in the Sunday Times ‘Best Companies to Work For’ Duties of a Car Sales Executive:

Selling new and used vehicles, including hybrid and electric models where applicable

Promoting various add-ons, accessories, and finance and insurance products as a Car Sales Executive

Building and maintaining excellent customer relationships to achieve and exceed sales targets

Providing detailed vehicle demonstrations and explaining warranties, services, and after-sales support

Keeping customers informed about vehicle delivery status and managing any delays

Resolving customer queries promptly and collecting payments prior to vehicle handover

Introducing customers to the Service Department and offering ongoing support Requirements of a Car Sales Executive:

Residency within a reasonable commuting distance of Cheltenham

UK driving licence with minimal points

Previous experience in car sales preferred; experience with new, hybrid, or electric vehicles advantageous but not essential

Strong transferable skills in retail, customer service, or sales roles

Results-driven attitude with a passion for delivering excellent customer service

Ability to build rapport and maintain lasting customer relationships

Commitment to professionalism and the brand