Car Sales Manager

Perfect Placement; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car included

Career progression

Supportive management

Job summary

Perfect Placement is recruiting an experienced Car Sales Manager for a busy main dealership in Basingstoke. You will lead a high-performing sales team, develop and implement effective sales strategies, and drive dealership performance to meet ambitious targets.The role offers a competitive base salary of £45,000 with an OTE of £65,000, Monday–Friday with weekend rota, and a company car. You will report to senior management within a supportive dealership group committed to career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive sales management, preferably within a main dealer environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Demonstrable track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Flexibility to work weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of the Basingstoke automotive market is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the dealership's car sales team to meet and exceed set targets.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies in the Basingstoke market.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through quality service.
• Motivate, coach, and support the sales team to optimise performance.
• Monitor daily sales activities and report progress to senior management.
• Manage weekend cover for the sales team on a flexible rota.
• Maintain compliance with dealership policies and industry regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Job description

Are you an experienced Car Sales Manager seeking a leadership role within a busy dealership environment? Our client, a well-established main dealership in Basingstoke, is currently recruiting for a talented Car Sales Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to lead a high-performing sales team, drive dealership success, and further their career as a Car Sales Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary of £45,000 with an OTE of £65,000
• Monday to Friday working hours, with weekends on a rota basis
• Company car included
• Supportive management within a reputable dealership group
• Clear prospects for career progression within the dealership
• Established dealership with strong retail and corporate customer bases

Duties

• Lead and manage the dealership's car sales team to meet and exceed set targets
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies in the Basingstoke market
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through quality service
• Motivate, coach, and support the sales team to optimise performance
• Monitor daily sales activities and report progress to senior management
• Manage weekend cover for the sales team on a flexible rota
• Maintain compliance with dealership policies and industry regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience in automotive sales management, preferably within a main dealer environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A demonstrable track record of exceeding sales targets
• Flexibility to work weekends as needed
• Knowledge of the Basingstoke automotive market is advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

If you are ready to take the next step in your automotive career as a Car Sales Manager, this is your opportunity to join a respected dealership group that values growth and professional development.