Sales Executive

Platinum Motor Group; Frome; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive dealership in Frome seeks a driven Sales Executive with a passion for cars and exceptional customer service skills. The ideal candidate will excel in achieving sales targets and providing top-notch customer experiences. This role offers high earning potential and career development opportunities within a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Company car

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Free flu jabs

Free On-site parking

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Sick pay

Store discount

Qualifications

• Ambitious, target-driven, and motivated by success.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and develop within the business.
• Previous car sales experience isn’t essential.

Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed sales targets for new and/or used vehicles.
• Deliver the highest standards of customer care.
• Proactively follow up with new and existing customers.
• Accurately record all sales opportunities.
• Conduct part-exchange appraisals and negotiate effectively.
• Ensure all vehicles are presented to the highest standard.
• Keep the showroom and display areas welcoming.
• Build strong relationships with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Passion for cars

Customer service

Job description

Overview

We’re on the lookout for a driven and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our growing team at our Frome dealership. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s passionate about cars, thrives in a target-driven environment, and prides themselves on delivering exceptional customer service.

At our Frome site, we exclusively represent OMODA, JAECOO, KGM, and our own used car brand Platinum Select Cars, giving you a wide and exciting range of vehicles to sell.

Areas of Responsibility

• Achieve agreed sales targets for new and/or used vehicles within financial and operational guidelines.
• Support the development of sales plans, policies, and procedures to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
• Stay fully conversant with all Sales Department procedures and comply with FCA requirements at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Consistently achieve (and exceed) monthly and annual sales targets, including associated products such as finance, GAP, and accessories.
• Deliver the highest standards of customer care, ensuring every client has a positive and informed buying experience.
• Proactively follow up with new and existing customers to maximise repeat and referral business.
• Accurately record all sales opportunities and maintain complete, timely paperwork.
• Conduct thorough part-exchange appraisals and negotiate effectively to maximise profit opportunities.
• Ensure all vehicles are fully prepared and presented to the highest standard before handover.
• Keep the showroom, forecourt, and display areas clean, tidy, and welcoming at all times.
• Build strong relationships with customers, financial institutions, franchise partners, and colleagues.
• Support sales campaigns, promotions, and attend regular training to continuously develop skills.

What we’re looking for

• Ambitious, target-driven, and motivated by success
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Organised, detail-focused, and professional
• A genuine passion for cars and customer service
• Willingness to learn, grow, and develop within the business

As one of the South West’s largest family owned dealer Groups, we provide an excellent working environment and exciting career opportunities. We are committed to our staff’s well-being and we will recognise and reward your hard work, loyalty and commitment to both our customers and your colleagues.

If you’re looking for a career where you can combine your love for cars with outstanding earning potential and career progression, we’d love to hear from you! Previous car sales experience isn’t essential, what matters most is enthusiasm, people skills, and the drive to succeed.

High earning potential for top performers available with this role.

Benefits

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free On-site parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount