General Manager

WeRecruit Auto Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle supplier in Harrogate is seeking an experienced General Sales Manager. This important leadership role involves managing a high-performing sales team, overseeing stock, and ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate has a solid background in the prestige motor trade, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a full UK driving license. The role offers a salary depending on experience, with an OTE of £100,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a sales team in the prestige motor trade.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and performance management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coaching skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the sales team.
• Set and monitor sales targets and KPIs, providing coaching and support.
• Oversee stock control, purchasing, and vehicle preparation.
• Drive performance through data, reporting, and management information.
• Represent the company at promotional events and maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership in sales

Sales process understanding

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Coaching skills

IT skills (MS Office)

Job description

General Manager / General Sales Manager in North Yorkshire

Monday - Friday core working hours (occasional flexibility may be required on Saturdays)

Salary is depending on experience £75k Basic, OTE £100,000

Our client, a leading supplier of luxury and high-performance vehicles and an independent specialist operating in the Prestige retail market is seeking a dynamic and driven General Sales Manager to lead their high-performing team and drive business success. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll oversee daily operations, coach and motivate the sales team, manage stock and purchasing, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the sales team.
• Set and monitor sales targets and KPIs, providing coaching and support.
• Oversee stock control, purchasing, and vehicle preparation.
• Drive performance through data, reporting, and management information.
• Represent the company at promotional events and maintain high standards across all customer-facing areas.
• Collaborate with the sister company to maximize cross-selling opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety, and employment standards.

What Makes You the Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience leading a sales team in the prestige motor trade.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and performance management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coaching skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Office.
• Full UK driving licence.

Apply now for a confidential discussion to learn more about the company and the opportunity - Job reference ST1759

Should your skills and experience match what our client is looking for, we will contact you before proceeding with your application, either via phone or e-mail initially. Unfortunately we are unable to contact all applicants due to the volume of applications so if you do not hear from us within 5 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you have relevant industry experience we may store your details for future opportunities.