Sales Executive

Octane Recruitment; Upton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment firm is seeking a highly motivated Car Sales Executive in Poole. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business, implementing sales strategies, and maintaining customer relationships. This role is ideal for candidates with prior dealership experience and a proven track record in sales. A competitive salary of £27,250 basic, with an OTE of £53,000 plus benefits, is offered.

Benefits

Brand accredited training and support

Career progression and development

Generous long service and loyalty awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Main Dealership setting is essential.
• Proven track record of success in achieving targets.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business by researching potential customers and their needs.
• Analyse the market and develop and implement sales plans and strategies.
• Negotiate with potential customers to secure the best outcome for the company.
• Maintain contact with existing customers, and up-sell additional products and services.
• Ensure that customer service levels are maintained.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to develop relationships with customers

Good organisational and time management skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Job description

Car Sales Executive

Location: Poole
Salary: Basic £27,250 OTE £53,000 + Company Car
Ref: 29463

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive to join our client’s main dealership in Poole. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and developing new business with the overall aim of increasing sales and profitability of the dealership.

Benefits

• Brand accredited training and support.
• Career progression and development within a company.
• Generous long service and loyalty awards.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business by researching potential customers and their needs.
• Analyse the market and develop and implement sales plans and strategies.
• Negotiate with potential customers to secure the best outcome for the company.
• Maintain contact with existing customers, and up‑sell additional products and services.
• Ensure that customer service levels are maintained.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Main Dealership setting is ESSENTIAL.
• Proven track record of success in achieving targets.
• Ability to develop relationships with customers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Creative problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.