Car Sales Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Warmley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Laptop

31 days holiday

Uncapped bonus

Training & development

Staff discounts

Health & dental

Pension

MOT tests access

Career progression

Job summary

Perfect Placement is recruiting for a highly motivated New Car Sales Manager to join a reputable Cheltenham dealership in Gloucestershire.

You will lead and develop the sales team, drive new vehicle sales, and ensure targets are consistently met while delivering exceptional customer experiences. This role offers a competitive base salary with uncapped bonus, company car and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a car sales team in a franchise-approved dealership.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Full UK driving licence with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the new car sales team to meet and exceed targets.
• Drive new vehicle sales and maximise profitability.
• Handle customer enquiries from initial contact to delivery with high conversion rates.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and satisfaction.
• Monitor stock, presentation and merchandising standards.
• Oversee finance and insurance product delivery to support profitability.
• Recruit and mentor team members for growth.
• Build local community relationships to generate new business.
• Produce accurate sales reports and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Car sales management

Franchise dealership experience

Driving licence

Job description

We are recruiting for a highly motivated New Car Sales Manager to join our client's reputable dealership in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced motor trade professionals seeking to advance their careers within a dynamic and customer-focused environment.

Our client, a large multi-franchise-approved car dealer group operating since 1994, is seeking a New Car Sales Manager to lead and develop their sales team.

The successful Car Sales Manager will be responsible for driving new vehicle sales, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and ensuring dealership targets are consistently met.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary of £30,000, with on target earnings of £50,000+
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Company car and laptop - 31 days holiday, increasing with service (plus day off in lieu for bank holidays worked)
• Manufacturer-approved training and development
• Staff purchase discounts and company benefits including health, dental, eye care, pension, and retail discounts
• Access to free MOT tests and 50% off servicing
• Opportunities for career progression within a highly regarded business with a 'One Star' award for workplace engagement

Duties

• Lead, motivate and develop the new car sales team to meet and exceed sales targets
• Drive new vehicle sales and maximise profitability
• Manage customer enquiries from initial contact through to vehicle delivery, ensuring high rates of conversion
• Maintain exceptional standards of customer service and satisfaction
• Monitor stock levels, vehicle presentation and merchandising standards
• Ensure effective delivery of finance and insurance products, contributing to dealership profitability
• Recruit, mentor and develop team members for continuous growth
• Build relationships within the local community to generate new business opportunities
• Produce accurate sales reports and ensure compliance with manufacturer and company standards

Requirements

• Proven experience in car sales management within a franchise-approved dealership is highly desirable
• Alternatively, experienced Business Managers or Sales Controllers seeking career progression will be considered
• Must reside in or near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, with reasonable commuting distance
• Strong leadership skills with a hands‑on, visible management style
• Self‑driven, adaptable, and highly motivated with a passion for delivering excellence
• Full UK driving licence with minimal points

If you are ready to take the next step as a New Car Sales Manager with a respected dealership dedicated to customer satisfaction and staff development, this opportunity is not to be missed.

Contact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cheltenham and Gloucestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Manager opportunity.

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