General Sales Manager

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £55,000

OTE around £100,000+

Mon-Fri with one in two Saturdays

Career development and training

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd, on behalf of a reputable Weybridge car dealership, is seeking a highly motivated General Sales Manager to lead the sales team and drive growth within a premium brand environment.

The successful candidate will shape sales strategy, increase market share and deliver outstanding customer experiences. The role offers a competitive salary up to £55,000 with uncapped OTE around £100,000 and a Monday–Friday week with one in two Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general sales management within the automotive sector.
• Strong leadership and ability to develop and mentor a sales team.
• Excellent communication and customer service standards.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the sales team to meet and exceed targets.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to maximise revenue and market presence.
• Manage daily sales department operations and customer service standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers for an exceptional experience.
• Monitor performance using key metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee stock management for new and used vehicles and coordinate with marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive sector experience

Sales strategy

Customer service

Communication

Data analysis

Driving licence

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable and well-established car dealership in Weybridge, to appoint a highly motivated General Sales Manager.

This is an exceptional General Sales Manager opportunity for an experienced automotive sales professional to lead the sales team at a prestigious dealership and drive business growth within a premium brand environment.

The successful General Sales Manager will have the chance to shape the sales strategy, increase market share, and deliver outstanding customer experiences. This General Sales Manager role offers a competitive basic salary of up to £55,000 with an uncapped OTE of approximately £100,000. The working week is Monday to Friday, with only one in two Saturdays required, providing a good work-life balance.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive basic salary up to £55,000
• Uncapped OTE circa £45,000, with earnings potential exceeding £100,000
• Monday to Friday working hours, with one in two Saturdays
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated sales team within a premium dealership
• Supportive management structure and clear career development pathways
• Ongoing professional training and industry updates

Duties

• Lead and motivate the sales team to consistently meet and surpass sales targets
• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to maximise revenue and market presence
• Manage daily operations of the sales department, ensuring high standards of customer service
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring an exceptional sales experience
• Monitor sales performance using key metrics and implement corrective actions as needed
• Oversee stock management for new and used vehicles, aligning with current market demand
• Collaborate with marketing departments to optimise promotional efforts
• Maintain compliance with manufacturer standards, FCA regulations, and internal policies

Requirements

• Proven experience as a General Sales Manager or in a senior sales management role within the automotive sector
• Demonstrable leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong track record of developing and implementing successful sales strategies
• Sound knowledge of the motor trade sales process and customer service standards
• Data analysis skills to improve departmental performance
• Valid UK driving licence