General Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive group is seeking a skilled General Sales Manager in Swindon. You will develop Sales Executives to excel in their roles, drive sales success, and support negotiations. Ideal candidates are passionate about delivering great customer experiences and possess strong negotiation skills. Enjoy 33 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Company pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

24/7 access to healthcare

Paid day to volunteer

Qualifications

• Automotive experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Demonstrate understanding of key success drivers.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Develop Sales Executives within the team to achieve targets.
• Support sales negotiations and closure of sales.
• Gather market and customer information.
• Train and develop Sales Executives.
• Review sales performance to meet targets.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Strong negotiation skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Attention to detail

Job description

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General Sales Manager, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Group 1 Automotive

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 14.08.2025

Expiry Date: 28.09.2025

Job Description:

Fun, exciting, rewarding work. Join us for the ride.

Working with world-class brands as a General Sales Manager, you'll have the drive to deliver outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers.

As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll broaden your experience across both sites and brands. And with the right support from us, you'll be able to progress as high as you can aim.

What we can offer you

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme
• Prioritize your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• We are open to flexible working options, just ask

What you'll do day to day

• Develop Sales Executives within the team to achieve and exceed targets
• Act as a contact between the company and its markets
• Support sales negotiations and closure of sales
• Gather market and customer information
• Negotiate variations in price, delivery, and specifications
• Advise on product developments and promotions
• Check quantities of goods on display and in stock
• Monitor vehicles in build and coordinate with production
• Review sales performance to meet or exceed targets
• Understand customers' businesses and needs
• Train and develop Sales Executives
• Conduct performance reviews

Helpful skills and qualifications

We value enthusiasm and a passion for delivering great experiences. You should demonstrate understanding of key success drivers, leadership abilities, customer satisfaction focus, and industry knowledge. Automotive experience is beneficial but not essential if you care about the role and are eager to learn. Strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are important.

We value diversity and encourage applications from enthusiastic candidates eager to learn, even if they don't meet every requirement.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is experiencing growth, with over 7,000 colleagues and 114 dealerships across the UK representing 21 brands. We focus on creating outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, partners, and team members.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Transparency, Teamwork, Professionalism — these principles guide all we do, from business interactions to community engagement.