Mercedes Sales Executive

Listers Group; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading car dealership in Grimsby is seeking a Car Sales Executive to join their team. The successful candidate will focus on providing excellent customer service while meeting and exceeding sales targets. Benefits include a company car, generous holiday allowance, and further training opportunities within the automotive industry.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension

Wellness programme

Sick pay

Group life insurance

Staff discount on car servicing

Listers benefits including discounts on retailers

Long service and loyalty incentives

Staff referral scheme

In-house qualifications

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a car sales executive, retail or sales manager preferred.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Experience in motor trade or automotive sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and match them with the right vehicle.
• Achieve monthly KPIs for sales and customer satisfaction.
• Collect customer and vehicle data accurately for compliance.

Skills

Customer rapport

Effective communication

Sales target achievement

Education

Valid UK driver's license

Job description

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Car Sales Executive to join our Mercedes Benz Dealership in Grimsby.

The hours of work are between 8.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday, with a day off in the week and working weekends on a rota basis, 9am to 5pm on Saturdays and 10am to 4pm on Sundays. Benefits include use of a company car and an OTE of up to £55,000.

Role And Responsibilities

As a Sales Executive with Listers, you’ll ensure every customer feels valued by understanding how our vehicles fit into their lifestyle. Your focus will be matching customers to the right car, with the appropriate features and add-ons, and guiding them through financing and contracts to achieve total satisfaction.

• Build trust, communicate effectively, and exceed customer expectations through qualification and making a positive first impression.
• Maximise opportunities through prospecting, follow-up calls, inbound enquiries, walk-in prospects, and internet leads.
• Achieve monthly KPIs for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add-on products to maximise profit.
• Comply with FCA and data protection regulations by accurately collecting customer and vehicle data to enhance the customer database.

About You

• Previous experience as a car sales executive, retail manager, or sales manager is preferred.
• You should demonstrate a proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Ability to quickly establish rapport with customers.
• Potential to develop a successful career in the automotive industry.
• Valid UK driver’s licence is required.
• Experience in motor trade, automotive, or car dealership is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company pension
• Wellness programme
• Sick pay
• Group life insurance
• Staff discount on car servicing
• Listers benefits including discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas, and holidays
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Staff referral scheme
• In-house, manufacturer, and professional qualifications
• 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 employees in all areas of the business, and if you’re seeking a career in the motor trade, automotive, or car dealership sectors, we encourage you to apply today. You can also join our Talent Bank for similar opportunities.