Car Sales Manager

ASI Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive dealership in Crawley is seeking a Car Sales Manager to lead a team of Sales Executives. In this role, you will drive performance to exceed sales targets and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in automotive sales management and exceptional leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 with an OTE of £70,000 based on performance, along with the opportunity to work in a trusted main dealer group.

Benefits

Use of an Electric Vehicle (EV)

On-site EV charging facilities

Competitive salary and OTE

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sales Manager role within the automotive industry.
• Strong track record of achieving targets and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Confident communicator with a driven attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the sales team.
• Monitor and achieve monthly sales targets.
• Support and coach team members for maximum performance.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction levels.
• Manage vehicle stock, pricing, and presentation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service

Performance monitoring

People management

Job description

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.
Job Title: Car Sales Manager
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Salary: £50,000 Basic | £70,000 OTE (Based on Performance & CSI)
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5-day week)

About the Role:

As Sales Manager, you will manage a team of Sales Executives, drive performance to exceed targets, and maintain excellent customer satisfaction levels (CSI). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales leader to advance in a reputable, forward‑thinking dealership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the sales team
• Set, monitor and achieve monthly sales targets
• Support and coach team members to maximise performance
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction (CSI)
• Manage stock, pricing, and presentation of vehicles
• Work closely with other departments to ensure a seamless customer journey

What's on Offer:

• Competitive basic salary of £50,000
• Realistic OTE of £70,000 (based on targets and CSI performance)
• Use of an Electric Vehicle (EV)
• On and EV charging facilities
• Opportunity to work with a trusted main dealer group with a strong local presence

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a Sales Manager role within the automotive industry is essential
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Strong track record of achieving targets and delivering excellent customer service
• Professional, driven, and confident communicator
• Knowledge of EVs and current market trends advantageous

How to Apply:

If you are a results‑driven automotive sales leader ready to take on a new challenge in a well‑established dealership, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.