Mercedes Sales Executive

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

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Car Sales Executive for their Mercedes Benz Dealership in Hull. The ideal candidate will have strong sales capabilities, customer engagement skills, and a desire to thrive in a rewarding sales environment. This role offers competitive earnings and various benefits, supporting your career growth within the motor trade.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension

Wellness programme

Sick pay

Group life insurance

Staff discount on car servicing

Retailer and restaurant discounts

Long service and loyalty incentives

In-house qualifications

Company events

Qualifications

• Experience as a car sales executive, retail manager, or sales manager preferred.
• Ability to exceed sales targets.
• Experience in automotive or dealership preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every customer feels valued and matched to the right vehicles.
• Achieve monthly KPIs for unit sales and profit.
• Collect customer data accurately in adherence to regulations.

Skills

Customer relationship building

Communication

Sales techniques

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 Hull.
The hours of work are between 8:30am to 6:30pm Monday to Friday, with a day off in the week and working every other weekend, 8:30am to 5pm on Saturdays and 10am to 4pm on Sundays. Benefits include use of a company car and an OTE of up to £53,000.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Sales Executive with Listers, you’ll ensure every customer feels valued by understanding how our vehicles fit into their lives. Your focus will be on matching customers to the right cars and features, from financing to contracts, aiming for total customer satisfaction throughout the process.

You will build trust, communicate effectively, and exceed customer expectations through qualification and creating a positive first impression.
Maximise opportunities via prospecting, follow-up calls, inbound enquiries, walk-in prospects, and internet inquiries.
Achieve monthly KPIs for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add-on products to maximise profit.
Adhere to FCA and data protection regulations by accurately collecting customer contact and vehicle data to enhance the customer database.

About You

This role may suit someone with experience as a car sales executive, retail manager, or sales manager.
You should demonstrate a record of achieving and exceeding targets.
Ability to quickly establish rapport with customers is essential.
Potential to build a successful career in the industry.
A valid UK driver’s license is required.
Motor trade, automotive, or dealership experience is preferred 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 – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & 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' aspirations and offer opportunities for career growth within the motor trade, automotive, or dealership sectors. If you’re interested in a career with us, please apply today. You can also join our Talent Bank for similar motor trade opportunities.