General Sales Manager

Perfect Placement; Newcastle Emlyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A car dealership in Newcastle Emlyn is looking for a Trade Sales Manager to lead a team and ensure customer satisfaction. The role offers a competitive salary up to £64,000 OTE, with a starting salary of £40-50,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include developing marketing strategies, managing dealership operations, and selling vehicles. Ideal candidates should have a proven track record in sales management, strong communication skills, and an ability to adapt to objectives. Benefits include training and 20 days of annual leave plus more.

Benefits

Uncapped on-target earnings

Company car available

20 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in trade sales management.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Adaptability to meet changing objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of automotive professionals.
• Develop dealership marketing and publicity strategies.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Conduct dealership activities per guidelines.
• Handle vehicle sales and purchases.

Skills

Results driven

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Trade Sales Manager to join our Client's franchise‑approved car dealer in Newcastle Emlyn.

Our Client is offering the successful Trade Sales Manager up to £64,000 OTE.

Benefits

• Starting basic salary up to £40‑50,000 per annum pending experience.
• Uncapped and realistic on‑target earnings of £1,200 per month.
• EV or fuel company car available.
• 20 days annual holidays, including the bank holidays, plus your birthday off (any bank holidays worked, you shall gain a day off in lieu) and increasing over the length of service after 5 years to 23.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Full manufacturer‑accredited training and development.
• Fantastic opportunity to sell one of the UK's most popular car brands.
• Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am‑6:00pm, with 1 in 2 Saturdays 9:00am‑4:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of automotive professionals, ensuring the dealership is adequately resourced.
• Develop and roll out dealership marketing and publicity strategies to support objectives.
• Support the dealership to consistently achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Ensure dealership activities are conducted in line with our clients, manufacturer and regulatory requirements.
• Sell and buy vehicles.

Requirements

• Have a proven track record within the role.
• Be results driven with a key focus on meeting objectives.
• Adaptable, analytical and a strong communicator.

If you are interested in hearing more, or wish to apply for this Trade Sales Manager job please send your CV to Harry Thaxton‑Woodcock, quoting the job reference number.