Sales Consultant

BYD South West; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City West Country in Exeter is seeking a motivated Sales Executive to drive automotive sales and deliver outstanding customer service.

You will learn finance options, build long-term customer relationships, and work as part of a team across our Exeter dealerships. A full UK driving licence is essential, with training and incentives available.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience in automotive is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a supportive environment.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support sales campaigns and promotions.
• Build relationships with customers and business partners.
• Guide customers through vehicle options, prices and technical details with confidence.
• Complete administrative tasks accurately to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Develop knowledge of finance products, processes and compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Sales mindset

Communication skills

Team player

Enthusiasm for cars

Target-driven

Job description

Company Description

BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a leading car company. Founded in 1995, BYD are renowned for their commitment to sustainable transportation and innovative technology. In 2025 BYD had record breaking sales across the UK and things are only getting better.

So why work for us?

City West Country are a privately owned, award‑winning automotive group with over 40 years of industry experience, operating successful dealerships across Exeter, Taunton, Plymouth and Truro and now in our brand-new dealership in Paignton. That’s right, while others are streamlining their operations, we are growing, and we need the right Salespeople to join us on this journey.

Owned by a father‑and‑son team, we pride ourselves on strong family values. For the past three years, we have also been recognised as an Outstanding Company to Work For by Best Companies! With an annual turnover exceeding £368 million, CWC are ranked as the 47th largest dealer group in the UK according to the AM-online AM100 report, and hold the 50th position in the Scoosh Top 100 Car Dealers rankings.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Sales Executive, you’ll:

• Support the team with exciting sales campaigns and promotions.
• Build confidence in creating strong relationships with customers and business partners.
• Learn how to guide customers through vehicle options, prices and technical details with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Complete administrative tasks accurately to help make the customer experience seamless.
• Develop your knowledge of finance products, processes and compliance step by step.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with the right attitude, confidence and willingness to learn. You will:

• Be keen to develop a career in sales and the automotive industry.
• Be a team player who enjoys working with people and delivering great customer service.
• Have a genuine interest in cars, sales or helping customers find the right solution.
• Communicate clearly, confidently and with genuine enthusiasm.
• Be motivated to learn, work towards targets and grow your skills in a supportive environment.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a commitment to equality and fairness at the heart of our values and everyday practices and policies. We aim to recruit, nurture and retain a diverse workforce that reflect the diversity of our customer base.

Want to discuss this role? Call Beth Williams on 01392 825073 or email [e-mail]