Sales Executive

Group 1 Automotive; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic automotive group as a Sales Executive, where you'll deliver exceptional customer experiences and drive sales. This role offers the chance to work with world-class brands, providing you with opportunities to grow and develop your skills. With a supportive environment and a focus on teamwork, you will help customers navigate their journey from inquiry to purchase. Enjoy a range of perks, including generous annual leave, retail discounts, and a company pension scheme. If you’re passionate about customer service and want to be part of an exciting growth journey, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on new and used cars

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

Dedicated wellbeing support

24/7 healthcare access

Paid volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a car dealership environment is essential.
• Strong customer service skills with a focus on delivering great experiences.

Responsibilities

• Guide customers through the purchase journey and ensure excellent service.
• Prospect for new customers and maintain a comprehensive enquiry database.

Skills

Automotive Experience

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Sales Executive (experienced in car sales) – Kia Maidstone

Fun, exciting, rewarding work. Join us for the ride.

Working with world-class brands as a Sales Executive, you’ll have the drive to deliver outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers.

As part of a successful, global automotive group, you’ll broaden your experience across both sites and brands. And with the right support from us, you’ll be able to progress as high as you can aim.

What we can offer you

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter
• Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme
• Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• We’re open to flexible working options – just ask

What you’ll do day to day

• Guide customers through a seamless journey, from the initial welcome to negotiation and the handover of their purchased vehicle
• Actively prospect for new customers via telephone, attend product launches and events, and maintain a comprehensive enquiry database
• Maintain in-depth product knowledge and continuously enhance expertise through manufacturer-led training sessions
• Recommend suitable add-on products that align with customer needs and preferences
• Ensure the effective use of customer enquiry management systems for optimal tracking and follow-up
• Deliver outstanding customer service that fosters loyalty and encourages referrals

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here − if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

• Previous automotive experience within a car dealership environment
• Ability to deliver first-class customer service with energy and enthusiasm
• A genuine interest in helping customers and contributing to the team’s success
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, with excellent attention to detail
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, focused on understanding customer needs
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7,000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

But you don’t need to love cars to work with us – just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive, we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork – Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether in business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community, or how we view each other in the team.