Sales Executive

Lookers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lookers Leeds Ford is seeking an ambitious and experienced Sales Executive to join their team. You will focus on new or used car sales, delivering exceptional customer service with responsibilities including communication, negotiation and test drive arrangements. A full UK driving license and a passion for customer satisfaction are required.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with clear pay scales

Generous annual leave that increases with service

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Critical illness cover after 2 years

Life assurance and free will writing

Tech scheme and eye care scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free access to Smart Health

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport.
• Self-motivated with a passion for the automotive industry.
• Ambition and diligence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers via various channels.
• Suggest suitable vehicles based on customer needs.
• Negotiate final sale prices and complete paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Negotiation

Job description

OTE

Overview

Lookers Leeds Ford

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: OTE up to £50,000 per annum plus company car! (including £25,000 basic plus uncapped commission)

Hours: 44 hours per week, Monday-Friday 09:00-18:00, Saturday 09:00-17:00, and Sunday 10:00-14:00 (one day off during the week and weekends on rota basis)

Lookers Leeds Ford is recruiting an ambitious and experienced Sales Executive to join our friendly, on-site team. Specialising in either new or used car sales, you will collaborate with our passionate sales team to deliver first-class customer service.

As a vital member of our sales team, you should be a team player with excellent communication skills, enabling you to build rapport with colleagues and customers. Our Sales Executives are the main points of contact and must pay close attention to detail to understand customer needs and wants.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with customers via email, telephone, and in person
• Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customer needs
• Arranging and accompanying test drives
• Negotiating final sale prices
• Completing relevant paperwork for each sale
• Liaising with various dealership departments to provide excellent customer service

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be self-motivated, and passionate about their work. You will be expected to meet targets, so ambition and diligence are essential.

Previous experience in a similar role within the motor trade is preferred but not essential. A full UK driving license is required, as you may need to drive some of the most prestigious cars on the market!

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands and selling a wide range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a market-leading rewards and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales
• Generous annual leave that increases with service
• Enhanced maternity, adoption (6 months full pay), and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years, life assurance, and free will writing services
• Tech scheme, eye care scheme, and discounted shopping vouchers
• Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health, including 24/7 GP services for employees and immediate families

Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are dedicated to a discrimination-free, inclusive work environment that empowers our staff to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, relevant employment checks will be conducted, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, criminal record, and driver's license if applicable.