General Sales Manager

Silcom Recruitment Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Silcom Recruitment is supporting a Southampton-area main dealership in recruiting a General Sales Manager. This role oversees the sales department, inspires seven Sales Executives and one Transaction Manager, and drives performance to hit targets while keeping customers satisfied.

The successful candidate will uphold brand standards, ensure compliance, and maintain a consistent sales process. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sales Manager or General Sales Manager within the motor trade is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of sales professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full day-to-day operation of the sales department.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of seven Sales Executives and one Transaction Manager.
• Drive performance to achieve sales targets while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Uphold brand standards, compliance, and a consistent sales process.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team development

Dealership experience

Customer service

Job description

The Role:

Silcom Recruitment is excited to be supporting a successful main dealership based in the Southampton area (outskirts), seeking an experienced and driven General Sales Manager to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established business representing a respected brand, offering strong earning potential, a supportive leadership structure, and an excellent working environment.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Oversee the full day-to-day operation of the sales department.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of seven Sales Executives and one Transaction Manager
• Drive performance to achieve sales targets while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction levels.
• Uphold brand standards, compliance expectations, and a consistent sales process.
• Previous experience as a Sales Manager or General Sales Manager within the motor trade is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

The Package:

£47,500 - basic salary, on target earnings of £73,000 uncapped, plus over performance bonus to take OTE over £85,000

Monday to Saturday, 8:30am - 6:00pm, Saturdays, 9:00 - 5:00, No Sundays day off in the week (5 day working week).