New Car Sales Manager

Vertu Motors plc; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days holiday

Rewards platform

Purchase scheme

Share incentive

Pension

Parental benefits

Training & progression

Job summary

Vertu Land Rover Taunton is seeking an experienced New Car Sales Manager to lead and grow the new car sales operation. You will manage a structured sales process, coach a high-performing team and ensure outstanding customer experiences across the sales journey.

The role offers a £40,000 basic salary with an OTE of £60,000, plus a company car and a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days holiday and a rewards platform. DBS checks may be required as part of pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive sales management.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with a track record of developing teams.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the new car sales team.
• Drive sales performance, profitability and operating efficiency.
• Coach colleagues to maximise individual and team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Sales management

Team coaching

Customer focus

Tools

CRM

Job description

Vertu Land Rover Taunton

£40,000 basic salary | OTE £60,000 | Company car + excellent benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced New Car Sales Manager to join our team at Vertu Land Rover Taunton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and commercially driven automotive Sales Manager to take the lead of our new car sales operation, working with an established team and representing one of the most prestigious brands in the motor industry.

We are offering a £40,000 basic salary with an OTE of £60,000, alongside a company car and a fantastic range of company benefits.

The Role

As New Car Sales Manager, you will take responsibility for leading, coaching and developing the new car sales team to deliver outstanding commercial results and an exceptional customer experience.

You will manage a structured and controlled sales process, remaining highly visible and hands‑on with your team and supporting customer interactions through effective first and second facing.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading, motivating and developing the new car sales team
• Driving sales performance, profitability and operating efficiency
• Coaching colleagues to maximise their individual and team performance
• Supporting the sale of new vehicles alongside appropriate finance, insurance and additional products
• Ensuring consistently high standards of customer service throughout the sales journey
• Managing sales campaigns and promotions to maximise opportunities and sales penetration
• Monitoring performance against agreed objectives and taking action to drive results
• Creating a positive, accountable and high-performance sales environment

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a talented and experienced automotive Sales Manager with a proven track record of delivering strong results within the motor industry.

You’ll Be Able To Demonstrate

• Proven experience within automotive sales management
• A strong track record of improving sales performance and profitability
• Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills
• The ability to motivate a sales team and create a high-performance culture
• Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to make effective decisions
• A hands‑on management style with a strong focus on the customer
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven dealership environment

Above all, we're looking for someone who can lead from the front, bring energy and focus to the department and inspire their team to achieve ambitious business objectives.

Compliance & Values

As a values‑driven business, it is essential that our management team consistently demonstrate behaviours that deliver positive outcomes for our customers. You will be expected to act in good faith at all times, setting the standard within your dealership and operating in a customer‑centric environment where integrity is key.

You will play a key role in driving a culture of responsible business practices, ensuring we deliver the right products and services to meet our customers’ needs, protect them from harm, and encourage long‑term loyalty. Building trust and acting with integrity at all times is fundamental to this role.

To protect our customers and our reputation, successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check, along with regular fit and proper person assessments. We will also request references from previous employers as part of our pre‑employment checks.

Why Join Vertu?

We are proud to invest in the development of our colleagues, providing ongoing training and genuine opportunities to build your career with us.

As Part Of The Team, You’ll Benefit From

• 25 days' holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Company car
• Access to our online rewards platform, offering cashback and discounts across multiple retailers
• Preferential service rates
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities

Ready for Your Next Leadership Challenge?

If you're an experienced automotive Sales Manager who is passionate about people, performance and delivering exceptional customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

You will need a full UK driving licence to be considered for this position.

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