Commercial Local Business Development Manager

Johnsons-Cars; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Staff Discounts

Dental health access

Benefits platform

Job summary

Johnsons Cars is recruiting a Commercial Local Business Development Manager for our Fleet Services (Nissan) dealership in Manchester. You will build a pipeline of new commercial vehicle opportunities, manage SME fleet relationships and drive Nissan sales within the group’s CV brands.

Join a market-leading independent dealer network with 53+ sites, strong training, and a benefits package designed to reward performance and loyalty.

Qualifications

• Experience selling to small businesses including purchase, contract and leasing.
• Strong understanding of light commercial vehicles to meet customer needs.
• Experience retaining and managing existing and new contracts.
• Track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop a pipeline of new commercial vehicle opportunities.
• Prospect via calls, networking, referrals and local events.
• Build and manage relationships with small businesses with fleets.
• Sell primarily Nissan, with access to other Commercial Vehicle brands within the group.
• Manage existing business customers and ensure high levels of satisfaction.

Skills

Sales to small businesses

Contracts and Leasing experience

Light commercial vehicles knowledge

Customer relationship management

Driving license

Job description

Commercial Local Business Development Manager

Location Manchester

Published

Published

2 months ago

Closing

Closing

in 4 months

This is a Permanent , Full Time vacancy.

The Vacancy

Are you ready to rev up your career in the automotive industry? At Johnsons Cars, we're not just selling cars; we're creating exceptional experiences for our customers.

Johnsons Cars are one of the UK’s leading independent Franchise Dealership Networks, with 53 multi-award-winning Dealerships across the UK. Established in 1999, we have grown rapidly to represent a variety of global car manufacturers with 15 marques in total, including Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Hyundai, Ford, Honda, Suzuki, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and Mazda.

Now, we want you to be a part of our journey as aCommercial Local Business Development Managerat ourFleet Services (Nissan)Dealership in Manchester.

Why Johnsons Cars?

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. At Johnsons Cars, we are more than just a workplace; we are a team. We value our employees and offer a host of benefits that set us apart from the rest:

• Birthday Leave: We know family time is important to our people, so on your birthday you get an extra paid day off to celebrate with your nearest and dearest.
• Company Pension Scheme: You will be entered into our Company Pension Scheme to help you plan for your future.
• Staff Discounts: Enjoy discounts on all 17 of our iconic brands for vehicle sales, servicing, parts and labour.
• More Discounts: Access to our benefits platform where you can take advantage of a host of different discounts from fitness gadgets to your weekly loaf.
• Dentist on Demand: Your health is important to us, and that includes your dental health. All employees have access to on-demand dental services.
• Optional Benefits: We offer a range of optional benefits, including healthcare cash plans.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop a pipeline of new commercial vehicle opportunities
• Prospecting through calling, networking, referrals, and local events.
• You will build and manage new and existing relationships with small businesses that have commercial fleets in the local area
• You will focus on sales within the Nissan brand but you will also have access to other Commercial Vehicle Franchises within our Group.
• Managing existing business customers and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction

The ideal candidate will:

• Previous experience in sales to small business including purchase, Contract and Leasing.
• A great understanding of light commercial vehicles to understand the needs of your customers.
• Experience in retaining and looking after existing and new contracts
• Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Full UK Driving License

What We Offer:

Joining our team means you'll be part of a dynamic and rewarding environment. You can expect:

• 31 days paid annual leave, increasing to 33 with longevity of service.
• Industry-leading product and manufacturer training to support your growth and success.
• For those who want to progress and show potential we have an internal training academy and partnership with some of the best Automotive Management trainers to give you the skills needed to elevate your career.

The Company

Welcome to Johnsons Cars, we are one of the UKs biggest independent dealer groups with a nationwide presence spanning 58 sites across the country. Proudly representing 17 esteemed brands, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.

As well as our dealership network we also have a number of vehicle parts operations as well as our Fleet Services business. As an employer we embody a culture of continuous growth and success. by joining Johnsons cars you'll become part of a team that thrives of delivering exceptional service to our customers whilst providing a platform for your personal and professional growth. At Johnsons your career is as important as the outstanding service we provide to our customers.

The Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Enhanced Holiday entitlement

Staff Discounts

Johnsons Benefits Platform

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