Sales Executive

Riverside Resourcing & Consultancy Ltd.; Newbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company car

Pension

Staff discounts – MOTs and Repair

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Sick pay

Life insurance

Referral programme

Job summary

Sandown Group, representing the Chery brand in Newbury, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Sales Executive. You will guide customers through the buying journey, highlight Chery’s modern technology, and help grow dealership revenue.

The role requires a proactive sales approach, weekend rota availability, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. A company car, pension, and staff benefits are included as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or motor trade sales is preferred.
• Strong customer-facing skills and ability to close deals.
• Willingness to work weekends on a rota basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in finding and selecting vehicles.
• Generate sales leads via telephone and written communication.
• Advise customers on Chery range, features, prices, and trade-ins.
• Arrange test drives and participate in sales events.
• Ensure presentation of vehicles and showroom standards.

Skills

Sales experience

Motor trade

Customer service

Job description

A brand new and exciting opportunity has been created at Chery of Newbury for an experienced Sales Executive.

The Company

Sandown Group is a leading automotive retailer representing prestigious brands across multiple UK locations. They are dedicated to transforming the customer experience through excellence, innovation, and a supportive work environment. Their culture is built around growth, development, and long‑term career opportunities for our team members.

About Chery

Chery is a global automotive brand operating in more than 100 countries and recognised for modern design, advanced technology, and outstanding value. With rapid expansion across Europe and a growing UK presence, Chery is investing heavily in innovation, customer experience, and dealer network development. It’s an exciting time to join a brand that’s building serious momentum and shaping the future of intelligent, sustainable mobility.

The Job

If you are ready to sell vehicles that combine style, performance, and smart technology, this is the role for you. Sandown Group is looking for a Vehicle Sales Executive to join their Newbury team and represent the full Chery range. You’ll support customers as they explore these modern, tech‑forward vehicles and guide them confidently through the buying process.

This is your chance to be part of a brand‑new chapter for both Sandown and Chery — with real potential for growth.

Duties will include:

• Assisting customers in finding their desired vehicle.
• Contacting interested parties and customers by telephone and in writing to generate Sales Leads.
• Informing and advising visitors on the full Chery range of vehicles, equipment, prices, conditions, technical data and other information
• Evaluating used cars and conducting appraisals of customers’ vehicles
• Assessing the condition of Trade Ins and ensuring all defects /damage are reported and recorded prior to a Part Exchange price being agreed.
• Organising and carrying out test‑drives and evaluating results.
• Involvement in sales events.
• Guaranteeing a professional level of product presentation (price marking, accessibility, cleanliness, etc).

Exceptional customer service skills are essential, as is a proactive approach and determination to sell cars. Successful candidates will currently be working in sales in the motor trade.

On Offer

The showroom is open from 8.00 - 18.30 Monday to Friday, 08.30 – 17:00 Saturday and 10:00 – 16:00 Sunday. Weekend work on a rota basis will be required; however, a 5-day week will be worked.

41 hours per week

Applicants must hold a full driving licence.

£27,250 and OTE £53,000

• Up to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Company car
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Life insurance
• Staff Discounts – MOT’s and Repair