Sales Executive

Steven Eagell Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

One in four weekends off

22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays +

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity

Car Benefit Scheme

Sales Incentives

Comprehensive training provided

Company pension scheme

Death in Service

Perk Box discounts

In-house qualifications

Staff referral scheme

Medical cover

Job summary

Steven Eagell Limited in Colchester is seeking a results-driven Sales Executive to join our automotive sales team. You will talk with customers, demonstrate options, arrange test drives and guide buyers to the best choice.

The role offers a base salary of £25,000 with a guaranteed £30,000 in the first year and a £55,000 OTE, plus a company car and a range of benefits. You will work in a busy, customer-focused environment at one of the UK's leading Toyota and Lexus retailers.

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Driving License.
• Experience in automotive sales.

Responsibilities

• Talks with and listens to customers to build rapport and understand their requirements.
• Build trust, communicate effectively and surpass customers' expectations, whilst providing a service-based experience.
• Ensure that our customers' buying experience is industry leading, in line with our standards.
• Demonstrate the most suitable options to the customer, understanding and adapting to their buying strategy and encouraging them to experience the product through a test drive.
• Use in-depth product knowledge to guide the customer towards the best choice for them.
• Work with colleagues and other teams across the Centre to provide continuous improvement and seamless service to customers (e.g. attending to Aftersales customers, with the aim of obtaining new business).
• Ensure opportunities for sales by other teams are followed up by the most appropriate specialist (e.g. Fleet Sales).

Skills

Automotive sales

Driving license

Job description

Base Salary: £25,000 with a guaranteed £30,000 in your first year and £55,000 OTE

Contract: Permanent - Full Time

Must Have: A Full UK Driving License, Experience in Automotive Sales

About Steven Eagell

As an established, family-run automotive retailer in the UK, Steven Eagell Group specialises in the sale of new and used vehicles, alongside comprehensive aftersales services. We take pride in offering a wide range of exciting career opportunities across sales, customer service, technical, administrative and management roles from entry-level positions through to senior leadership. As a family-run business, we value teamwork, integrity and long-term career development, creating an environment where individuals can grow and thrive. Whether you have a passion for sales and delivering exceptional customer experiences, strong organisational and financial skills, or technical expertise in automotive diagnostics and repair, there is a place for you within our team.

Your Responsibilities as a Sales Executive

• Talks with and listens to customers to build rapport and understand their requirements.
• Build trust, communicate effectively and surpass customers' expectations, whilst providing a service-based experience.
• Ensure that our customers' buying experience is industry leading, in line with our standards.
• Demonstrate the most suitable options to the customer, understanding and adapting to their buying strategy and encouraging them to experience the product through a test drive.
• Use in-depth product knowledge to guide the customer towards the best choice for them.
• Work with colleagues and other teams across the Centre to provide continuous improvement and seamless service to customers (e.g. attending to Aftersales customers, with the aim of obtaining new business).
• Ensure opportunities for sales by other teams are followed up by the most appropriate specialist (e.g. Fleet Sales).

What we are looking for in a Sales Executive

• Strong communication skills – easily builds up relationships internally and with customers, pleasant and demonstrates humility.
• Strong interest in automotive and agility to learn about new products.
• Results-focused.
• Strong people skills – approachable, a good listener and empathetic to customer needs.
• Extremely organised with great attention to detail.
• Customer and service-oriented, in a busy high-pressure environment.
• Analytical and quick thinking.
• A team player.

What we offer you

• Company Car
• One in four weekends off
• 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays and your Birthday Off
• Long Service Awards / Colleague Recognition
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity at qualifying service length
• Car Benefit Scheme after successful completion of a probation period
• Sales Incentives
• Comprehensive training provided
• Company pension scheme
• Death in Service
• Access to high street discounts through Perk Box
• In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications
• Staff referral scheme
• Access to medical cover through Simply Health

Employer Value

We have a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to develop a career within an industry with one of the highest global marketing spends and at a company representing the world’s largest automotive brand. The Steven Eagell Group is an award-winning employer and Europe’s largest Toyota and Lexus retailer, with 43 locations across the Southeast, East of England and West Midlands. Our foremost objective is to offer complete satisfaction to every one of our valued customers.