General Sales Manager

NMS Recruit Ltd; Canwick; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking a General Sales Manager for a fast-paced dealership in Lincoln. The successful candidate will lead the sales team, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure high performance across multiple franchises. Applicants should have experience in a main dealership and exceptional customer service skills. This role offers a starting salary of £40,000 plus bonuses, company car, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Company car provided

Access to progression opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Manufacturer based training and accreditation

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sales Manager in a main dealership.
• Exposure to dealership working processes and systems.
• Genuine passion for the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales team and drive high performance.
• Manage day-to-day operations of a multi-franchise dealership.
• Ensure all staff meet required standards set by manufacturers.

Skills

World-class customer service skills

Driving sales performance

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent presentation skills

Job description

Overview

We are working with a leading main dealer group that represents well‑known automotive brands. We are looking for a General Sales Manager to lead a high‑pace, high‑performance dealership based in Lincoln.

Responsibilities

As General Sales Manager you will lead the sales team by example, drive high performance and deliver strong results against all metrics. Working with the senior leadership team you will manage the day‑to‑day operations of a multi‑franchise dealership, ensuring all staff meet required standards set by the manufacturers.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sales Manager in a main dealership (essential)
• Exposure to dealership working processes and systems
• World‑class customer service skills
• Confident driving sales performance across multiple franchises
• Genuine passion for the automotive industry (essential)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet given timescales
• Highly motivated with excellent presentation skills

Package

• Basic salary starting from £40,000 and a bonus scheme based on profitability, sales performance and customer service scores
• Company car provided
• Access to progression opportunities with a business known for nurturing and developing internal talent
• Excellent benefits package, including high earning potential, employee car schemes, expert training, recognition and long‑service rewards and a high‑spec workshop environment
• Manufacturer based training and accreditation provided

If you are an experienced Sales Manager looking for a new challenge at a business that can help push your career to the next level, this is the role for you. Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will reach out.

We also welcome automotive professionals who do not meet every requirement. We can present alternative options – contact Rob at NMS Recruit to discuss your next venture.

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