Sales Executive

Lloyd Motor Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

33 days annual leave

Cycle to work

Free flu jabs

Internal and manufacturer training

Staff parking

Job summary

Lloyd BMW/MINI Newcastle is seeking two Sales Executives to join Lloyd Motor Group. One will specialise in Used Car Sales and the other in New Car Sales, offering a base salary plus bonus and a weekend rota.

Responsibilities include guiding customers through test drives and negotiations, arranging financing, and following up on deliveries. You will need strong customer service skills, be IT literate, hold a full UK driving license, and be able to manage daily sales activity.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience in automotive retail is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Able to plan and meet deadlines.
• IT literate with driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Understand customers' buying strategy and encourage test drives.
• Advise on pricing and financing options within company guidelines.
• Follow up each delivery with a personal call to ensure satisfaction and build relationships.
• Plan daily sales activity by contacting prospects to win new business.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to ensure a seamless service.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to support the Group aims.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer-focused

Organised

IT literate

Full UK driving licence

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Sales Executives to join Lloyd BMW/MINI in Newcastle, one specialising in Used Car Sales and the other in New Car Sales.

Salary: Basic salary + Bonus

Hours: 0 8:30 - 18:00 including a weekend rota

Role responsibilities

Understanding and adapting to the customers’ buying strategy and encouraging them to experience the product through test drives, which are carried out by the Product Specialist.

Agreeing price and payment methods including advising on any financing options with the customer direct, working within company guidelines.

Ensuring that each delivery is followed up with a personal phone call to check that the customer is happy with their purchase. Maintain contact with customers to build relationships and future business.

Planning and organising own daily sales activity – for example by telephoning sales prospects (previous/existing customers or general enquiries) to obtain new business.

Working alongside colleagues and other departments to ensure a seamless service to our customers.

Positively participating in training and development opportunities to assist the Group in achieving its aims and objectives.

Skills and attributes

• Able to plan, organise self and meet agreed work deadlines.
• Able to assimilate information quickly and provide considered responses.
• Strong work ethic and adaptable to change.
• Attention to detail and maintains good, accurate quality of work.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines to achieve the business needs.
• Able to react positively to organisational and market changes.
• You must be IT literate (PC, Microsoft and web literate), and hold a full UK driving licence.

Rewards and Benefits

• 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free flu jabs.
• Internal and manufacturer training.
• Company Car.

About Lloyd Motor Group

Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group is one of the UK's largest family-run car retailer groups, with 40 retailers across Northern England and Southern Scotland. Representing prestigious brands like BMW, MINI, Land Rover, BYD, Volvo, Kia, Volkswagen, Skoda, INEOS, Honda motorcycles and BMW Motorrad, we've built our reputation on exceptional customer service delivered with a professional yet personal touch. Join our passionate team and you'll find a supportive culture that values your contribution, invests in your development, and empowers you to grow while making a real difference in a company where people are our greatest asset. #IND2

Benefits of Working With Us

Medicash healthcare cash plan is available for all colleagues.

Holidays

25 days of annual leave a year, and 8 bank holidays.

Retail Discount Scheme

Highstreet discounts and cashback opportunities.

Refer a Friend Scheme

Colleague incentive of £500 for recommending great people to join us.

Great Facilities

We take pride in our state-of-the-art working environments and facilities.

Staff Parking

Free staff parking at the majority of our sites or subsidised parking.