Commercial Sales Executive

Vertu Motors; Knaresborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension plans

Discount platform

Car purchase scheme

Training and development

Brand exposure

Job summary

Vertu Vauxhall Harrogate is seeking a motivated Used Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive to join our busy commercial vehicle team. You will guide customers through the buying journey, from enquiry to handover, delivering an exceptional, professional experience.

This full‑time role offers a basic salary of £20,000 with OTE up to £45,000, 25 days holiday, pension benefits, training and clear career progression within the Stellantis group.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive sales or similar target-driven environment.
• Confident, professional, customer-focused approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full sales process and build trusted customer relationships.
• Present finance, insurance and accessory products transparently.
• Deliver outstanding customer service at every stage of the buying journey.
• Maintain organised diary management and compliance processes.
• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting and networking.
• Own your pipeline and maximise sales opportunities to hit targets.

Skills

Automotive sales

Sales targets

Customer service

Driving licence

Job description

Vertu Vauxhall Harrogate

Are you a successful automotive sales professional looking for an exciting opportunity within the thriving commercial vehicle sector?

At Vertu Vauxhall Harrogate, we're looking for an ambitious, self-motivated, and customer-focused Used Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive to join our successful team. This is a fantastic opportunity to represent one of the UK's leading commercial vehicle brands while benefiting from excellent earning potential, ongoing development, and genuine career progression.

We're seeking someone who is confident working independently, takes ownership of their workload, and is motivated to proactively generate opportunities while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

What We Offer

• Basic salary of £20,000, with OTE up to £45,000 through an uncapped commission structure
• 25 days holiday, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Access to our colleague rewards platform offering discounts and cashback
• Preferential service rates and colleague car purchase schemes
• Pension and share incentive plans
• Enhanced family leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Ongoing manufacturer and sales training with clear career development opportunities
• The opportunity to be part of the Stellantis Group, providing exposure to brands including Peugeot, Vauxhall, Citroën, DS, Fiat, Jeep, and Alfa Romeo

This is a full-time, permanent role working Monday to Friday. Flexibility will be required to support business needs, including occasional Saturday working.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Used Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive, you'll guide customers through the entire vehicle purchasing journey, from initial enquiry through to handover, ensuring a seamless and professional experience throughout.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full sales process, building trusted relationships with customers and always acting with integrity
• Presenting finance, insurance, and accessory products in a compliant, transparent, and customer-focused manner
• Delivering outstanding customer service at every stage of the buying journey
• Maintaining a highly organised approach to diary management, administration, and compliance processes
• Proactively generating new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and relationship-building activities
• Taking ownership of your pipeline and working independently to maximise sales opportunities and achieve targets

What We're Looking For

• Experience within automotive sales or another target-driven sales environment
• A confident, professional, and customer-focused approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A full UK driving licence

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional experiences while helping customers make informed decisions. You'll be someone who thrives on building relationships, creating opportunities, and taking ownership of your own success.

Why Choose Vertu?

We invest more in personal development than any other motor retailer in the UK. Join us and you’ll have access to industry-leading training, career progression, and a supportive team environment.

Successful candidates will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks, including employment and reference verification, credit and driving licence checks, and a DBS check. You’ll also be subject to ongoing fit and proper assessments, reflecting our commitment to protecting our customers and maintaining the highest standards across the business.