Contract Hire & Leasing Manager

LEPAS UK; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lepas UK is seeking an experienced Fleet Sales professional to drive volume, revenue and loyalty across fleet channels. You will manage regional accounts, leverage CRM to grow the customer base, and collaborate with internal teams and dealers to meet ambitious targets.

You will have a proven track record in fleet sales, stakeholder management, and leasing knowledge, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of Fleet B2B/B2C Sales.
• Track record of delivering sales and exceeding targets.
• Proven history of stakeholder management.
• Experience in Fleet Management and Account Management.
• Leasing / vehicle funding understanding.
• CRM management proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with automotive structure and Fleet industry news.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement strategic plans to increase volume, share and profit with fleet channels.
• Optimise results by prospecting and managing regional accounts.
• Manage and grow relationships with customers; be first contact point.
• Utilise CRM to grow marketing and customer database.
• Drive tender offers/submissions aligned with objectives.
• Maximise sales and supply forecasting with dealer network.
• Maintain high customer contact through meetings and events.
• Grow brand awareness through social media and events.
• Implement and improve processes.
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders to meet objectives.

Skills

Fleet Sales

CRM Management

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder Management

Account Management

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Lepas is the latest brand to be launched by Chery Group UK, following the remarkable success of OMODA, JAECOO and Chery in the UK market. Built around a clear mission to redefine elegance in the new energy era, Lepas combines sophisticated design, advanced technology and uncompromising safety to deliver a refined, intelligent and confident driving experience for UK customers.

As one of China's leading automotive groups, Chery has consistently pursued both domestic and international growth through its product, localisation and talent strategies. Today, Chery operates in more than 130 countries and regions worldwide, serving over 19 million global users and maintaining its position as China's leading passenger vehicle exporter for 23 consecutive years.

With a strong commitment to innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, Chery continues to expand its global footprint while building a diverse and talented workforce capable of supporting its long-term international ambitions.

Responsibilities:

• Create and implement strategic plans to increase Omoda & Jaecoo volume, share and profit with targeted fleet channels, partners and customers designated by the Fleet Sales Strategy.
• Optimise the commercial result by prospecting, influencing and proactively managing regional accounts to maximise customer purchases in-line with plan and budget.
• Manage and grow relationships with new and existing customers. Be the first point of contact and use the collective efforts of OMODA UK to drive satisfaction and loyalty.
• Actively utilise our CRM to grow our marketing and customer database.
• Drive customer tender offers/submissions aligned with the customer requirements and OMODA UK objectives.
• Maximise sales and supply forecasting accuracy with both customers and our Dealer network, to ensure the most efficient utilisation of stock.
• Maintain a high and effective level of customer contact through physical and virtual touchpoints – including regular customer meetings (physical and virtual) industry/customer events, sales team hosting and model ride and drives.
• Grow both brand and model awareness through social media, customer/partner relationships and local / national Corporate and launch events.
• Implement and improve new and existing processes.
• Work cross functionally with internal & external stakeholders to deliver department and company objectives.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience of Fleet B2B/B2C Sales experience.
• Track record of delivering Sales, exceeding both targets and objectives.
• Proven history of stakeholder management.
• Fleet Sales, Fleet Management and Account Management.
• Leasing / vehicle funding understanding.
• CRM Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiar with automotive structure and up to date on Fleet industry news.