Local Business Development Manager

Listers; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Listers is looking for a Local Business Development Manager for its Volkswagen dealership in Coventry. This role involves sourcing and developing local business sales opportunities, managing customer relationships, and achieving sales goals. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary with uncapped earnings potential, along with numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Company vehicle

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Wellness programme

Sick pay

Group life insurance

Staff discounts on car servicing

Listers benefits on retailers and services

Free/on-site parking

Company events

Qualifications

• Experience in managing sales in a business development role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to implement direct marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target new customers through planned prospecting.
• Create and implement direct marketing initiatives.
• Prepare and manage fleet database and reports.

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Strategies

Marketing Initiatives

Education

Professional Qualifications

Job description

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Local Business Development Manager to join our Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership in Coventry.

The working hours are 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Benefits include the use of a company vehicle and an uncapped OTE of £50,000.

As a Listers Local Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing your own area to source and develop sustainable local business sales opportunities in line with Volkswagen Brand Objectives.

You will serve as the key contact for potential local business and corporate vehicle drivers, planning and organizing your sales activities to win new profitable business.

Role and Responsibilities

• Identify and target new customers through a planned prospecting process
• Create and implement direct marketing initiatives to engage prospects and existing customers
• Manage and influence existing customers, identifying growth opportunities for sales and aftersales
• Prepare and manage your fleet database and management reports according to business and brand requirements
• Build lasting relationships with customers, partners, and team members

About you

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Wellness programme
• Sick pay
• Group life insurance
• Staff discount on car servicing
• Listers benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Staff referral scheme
• In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications
• Free/on-site parking
• Company events

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group is one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. Our success is driven by our team of over two and a half thousand dedicated employees. We represent some of the world’s most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk, and Yorkshire. We support our staff in all areas of the business, offering a variety of career opportunities to match your aspirations.