Car Sales Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days annual leave

Pension

Gym membership discounts

RAC membership discount

CBS car scheme

Optical contributions

Retail discounts

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Swansea is seeking a highly motivated Used Car Sales Manager to lead a busy franchise dealer group. You will coach Sales Executives, drive targets, and shape profitability across vehicle, finance, insurance and accessories.

This is a rare chance to join a reputable dealership where superb leadership and customer focus are valued. The role reports to senior management and offers a company car, generous leave, and pension to support your success.

Qualifications

• Franchise-approved car dealership management experience.
• Strong background in vehicle sales and finance & insurance (F&I).
• Experience managing a medium to large-sized dealership is preferable.
• Recent or current sales management role is essential.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• A full UK driving licence with minimal points.
• Knowledge of franchise policies, sales processes, and profitability strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Sales Executives to surpass sales targets and objectives.
• Develop and implement policies to enhance profitability across vehicle, finance, insurance, and accessory sales.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Oversee vehicle purchasing processes and stock control.
• Work closely with senior management to optimise operational efficiency and cost management.
• Ensure process adherence and improve forecourt management standards.
• Lead by example, embodying the brand values to inspire your team and deliver exceptional customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Sales management

Team motivation

Customer service

Franchise knowledge

F&I knowledge

Job description

Our client, a prestigious franchise-approved car dealership located in Swansea, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Used Car Sales Manager to join their team.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a dedicated sales team within a reputable dealership and contribute to the ongoing success of the business.

Benefits of the Car Sales Manager:

• Circa £37,000 basic salary with uncapped annual earnings exceeding £70,000


• Access to a company car - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with day in lieu for bank holiday work)


• Full manufacturer-approved training programmes - 3% contributory workplace pension scheme


• Additional benefits including gym membership discounts, RAC membership discount, CBS car scheme, optical contributions, and retail discounts


• 5-day working week, with weekend work on a rota

Duties of the Car Sales Manager:

• Lead and motivate a team of Sales Executives to surpass sales targets and objectives


• Develop and implement policies to enhance profitability across vehicle, finance, insurance, and accessory sales


• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention


• Oversee vehicle purchasing processes and stock control


• Work closely with senior management to optimise operational efficiency and cost management


• Ensure process adherence and improve forecourt management standards


• Lead by example, embodying the brand values to inspire your team and deliver exceptional customer service

Requirements of the Car Sales Manager:

• Proven management experience within a franchise-approved car dealership, ideally with exposure to a busy brand


• A strong background in vehicle sales and finance & insurance (F&I)


• Experience managing a medium to large-sized dealership is preferable


• Recent or current experience in a sales management role is essential


• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team


• A full UK driving license with minimal points


• Strong understanding of franchise policies, sales processes, and profitability strategies

This Used Car Sales Manager vacancy offers a significant opportunity for an accomplished automotive professional to thrive in a well-established dealership environment.

The ideal indiv will possess a track record of success in automotive sales management and demonstrate a proactive leadership style.