Commercial Sales Executive

Lookers; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lookers Volkswagen is seeking an ambitious Sales Executive to join their dedicated team. The role involves effective communication with customers, achieving sales targets, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salaries

Holidays that increase with service

Car schemes

Critical illness cover

Life assurance

24/7 health and mental health support

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Potential for additional earnings through commissions or bonuses

Manufacturer and management training

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a luxury market retailer preferred.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets, including profit objectives.
• Arrange and accompany customers on test drives.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Sales

Job description

OTE

Overview

Volkswagen Middleborough

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 18:00 (1-hour lunch), and alternate Saturdays 9:00 - 12:30

Salary: Basic £25,000 plus OTE

Join Our Team

Lookers Volkswagen is seeking an ambitious and experienced Sales Executive to join our friendly, dedicated team on site. You will collaborate with our passionate sales team to deliver first-class customer service. As a key member of our sales team, you will be a team player with excellent communication skills to build rapport with colleagues and customers. You will report to the General Sales Manager, who will support your professional growth and skill development within the industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communicate effectively with customers via email, phone, and in person.
2. Achieve sales targets, including profit objectives and finance and insurance products.
3. Arrange and accompany customers on test drives.
4. Complete all required paperwork and processes accurately.
5. Drive all new and used car enquiry leads, build rapport, and convert appointments into sales.
6. Embody the brand passion, creating excitement around customers' new car purchases.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate may have experience in a similar role within a luxury market retailer, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service. Enthusiasm, motivation, and drive are essential to achieve outstanding results. Previous motor trade experience is preferred but not essential. A full UK driving license is required, as you may be expected to drive prestigious vehicles.

About Us

Lookers is one of the UK's top three motor vehicle retailers, representing 32 manufacturers across over 150 dealerships nationwide. We value our employees' dedication and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries, holidays that increase with service, car schemes, critical illness cover, life assurance, 24/7 health and mental health support, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, and potential for additional earnings through commissions or bonuses. We invest in manufacturer and management training to support career development and celebrate success through our annual Lookers Excellence Awards.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive working environment, free from discrimination, where employees can bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.

Additional Information

Successful applicants will undergo relevant employment checks, including employment verification, address and credit checks, criminal record checks, and driving license verification, depending on the role.

If your skills and experience align with our requirements, please apply today. Our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you if your application is successful.