General Sales Manager

Sandicliffe Ltd; Lincoln; Hybride; GBP 64 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Manufacturer training

Career progression

EAP Scheme

Aviva Digicare

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity

Résumé du poste

Sandicliffe Ltd in Lincoln is seeking an experienced General Sales Manager to lead our sales operation across new and used vehicles, driving performance, profitability and an outstanding customer journey from enquiry to handover. You will coach and develop a high-performing team, manage stock and pricing, and ensure FCA compliance while building strong relationships with manufacturers.

The role offers a path to leadership within a growing motor group and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven automotive sales management experience at GM/Head of Sales level.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Track record of delivering growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and coaching abilities.
• Commercial awareness with ability to analyse performance data.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage the dealership's new and used vehicle sales operations.
• Drive sales performance, profitability, and KPI achievement.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and motivate a high-performing sales team.
• Monitor and improve lead management, enquiry conversion, and retention.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and brand representation.
• Manage stock, pricing, and marketing to optimise sales opportunities.
• Oversee Finance & Insurance performance while maintaining FCA compliance.
• Analyse business performance and implement effective sales strategies.
• Build relationships with manufacturer partners and stakeholders.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, high-performance culture.

Connaissances

Leadership

People development

Sales management

Communication

Negotiation

Data analysis

Driving licence

FCA compliance

Description du poste

Are you an experienced automotive sales leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences?

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a General Sales Manager to lead our sales operation in Lincoln, overseeing both new and used vehicle sales while driving performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's most established and respected motor retailers, representing leading automotive brands and helping shape the future success of our dealership.

About the Role

As General Sales Manager, you will be responsible for leading, motivating, and developing the sales team to achieve ambitious targets while maintaining the highest standards of customer service and compliance.

You will work closely with senior leadership to drive commercial success, maximise profitability, and ensure an outstanding customer journey from initial enquiry through to vehicle handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the dealership's new and used vehicle sales operations.
• Drive sales performance, profitability, and achievement of departmental KPIs.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and motivate a high-performing sales team.
• Monitor and improve lead management, enquiry conversion, and customer retention.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and brand representation.
• Manage stock, pricing, and marketing activities to optimise sales opportunities.
• Oversee Finance & Insurance performance while maintaining FCA compliance.
• Analyse business performance and implement effective sales strategies.
• Build strong relationships with manufacturer partners and key stakeholders.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture across the dealership.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Proven experience in automotive sales management, ideally as a General Sales Manager, Transaction Manager, Sales Manager, or Head of Sales.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Demonstrable record of delivering sales growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coaching abilities.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse and act upon performance data.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience managing multi-franchise or volume dealership sales operations.
• Knowledge of FCA regulations and motor finance processes.
• Strong understanding of digital retailing and lead generation platforms.

What We Offer

• OTE £75,000
• Company vehicle
• Pension scheme.
• Employee discounts across vehicle purchases, servicing, and parts.
• Manufacturer training and leadership development opportunities.
• Career progression within a successful and growing motor group.
• EAP Scheme
• Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Paternity & Maternity
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Why Join Sandicliffe?

At Sandicliffe, we believe our people are the driving force behind our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

All employment offers are conditional upon the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks.