New Car Sales Controller

ACS Automotive Recruitment; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Manufacturer training

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

ACS Automotive Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Sales Controller for a busy main dealership in the United Kingdom. You will lead a team of 8 Sales Executives, drive sales performance, maximise profitability and support the ongoing development of the sales team.

This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for day-to-day operations, pricing, KPI monitoring and excellent customer service. The position offers £35,000 basic salary with £62,240 OTE and a Monday to Saturday schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sales Controller within the motor trade is essential.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to maximise sales performance and profitability.
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle sales processes and finance products.
• Commercially aware with strong organisational skills.
• Confident coaching and developing Sales Executives.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 8 Sales Executives, overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Stack and structure vehicle deals to maximise profitability.
• Monitor sales performance, KPIs and departmental activity.
• Ensure compliance with finance, regulatory and dealership processes.
• Assist with stock management, vehicle pricing and sales planning.
• Provide coaching and guidance to Sales Executives throughout the sales process.
• Work closely with senior management to drive departmental performance and profitability.
• Lead by example, delivering outstanding customer service at every stage.

Skills

Sales leadership

People management

Communication skills

Customer service

Driving licence

Job description

Sales Controller

£35,000 Basic Salary | £62,240 OTE | Permanent | Full Time | Monday to Saturday (8:30am - 6:00pm) | Day Off in the Week | 1 in 3 Sundays (10:00am - 4:00pm)

Our client, a successful main dealership, is looking to recruit an experienced Sales Controller to join their high-performing sales team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Sales Controller to take on a key leadership role within a busy dealership, helping to drive sales performance, maximise profitability and support the ongoing development of the sales team.

Leading a team of 8 Sales Executives, you'll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring targets are achieved while maintaining exceptional levels of customer satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Assist in managing the day-to-day operation of the Sales Department.
• Stack and structure vehicle deals to maximise profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Provide coaching and guidance to Sales Executives throughout the sales process.
• Monitor sales performance, KPIs and departmental activity.
• Ensure compliance with finance, regulatory and dealership processes.
• Assist with stock management, vehicle pricing and sales planning.
• Handle customer queries and support the team in resolving any issues professionally.
• Work closely with senior management to drive departmental performance and profitability.
• Lead by example, delivering outstanding customer service at every stage of the sales journey.

Your Background & Skills

• Previous experience as a Sales Controller within the motor trade is essential.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to maximise sales performance and profitability.
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle sales processes and finance products.
• Commercially aware with strong organisational skills.
• Confident coaching and developing Sales Executives.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's On Offer?

• £35,000 Basic Salary
• £62,240 OTE
• Lead a team of 8 Sales Executives.
• Join a successful and established main dealership.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and manufacturer support.
• Competitive company benefits package.

If you're an experienced Sales Controller looking for your next challenge within a successful main dealership, we'd love to hear from you.