Sales Manager

Future Prospects Group Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Prospects Group Ltd in Newark is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the automotive sales team, drive growth and deliver excellent customer service.

You will set targets, mentor staff, manage showroom standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide accurate product information. Weekend work is expected; a competitive basic salary plus commission is on offer with an OTE of around £65,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales management role with a track record of targets achieved.
• Automotive industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor and develop the team.
• Solid knowledge of sales processes, compliance regulations and market trends.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including staff performance and training.
• Set and achieve sales targets aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure sales executives deliver first-class service and accurate product information.
• Ensure adherence to finance and FCA regulations and manage handovers.
• Maintain showroom standards and up-to-date product displays.
• Create and deliver sales reports and oversee department performance.
• Review practices regularly and implement improvements with Board guidance.

Skills

Sales management

Team leadership

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Job description

Sales Manager - Automotive
Newark, Full Time, Permanent
OTE 65,000 (Basic circa 45,000)

Are you ready to elevate your career to the next level? This role offers a unique chance to lead a dynamic sales team, drive business growth, and ensure unparalleled customer service. As the Sales Manager, you will be at the forefront of a thriving business, steering the sales department towards achieving ambitious targets while maintaining cost efficiency.

THE ROLE

As a Sales Manager you will lead a dedicated sales team, guiding them to success through mentorship and strategic planning and play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including employee relations, performance management, and training new team members.
• Set and achieve sales targets in line with business objectives, identifying opportunities through research and networking.
• Ensure sales executives deliver first-class service, understanding customer needs and providing accurate product information.
• Ensure adherence to finance and FCA regulations, and manage the handover process professionally.
• Maintain high standards in a showroom environment, ensuring products are display-ready and information is current.
• Create and deliver sales reports, manage sales administration, and oversee department performance.
• Regularly review team practices, identify improvements, and implement changes under the guidance of the Board.
• Maintain effective relationships across all levels, ensuring smooth operations and clear communication of updates and changes.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal Sales Manager will possess excellent customer service skills, with a keen understanding of customer needs and expectations and have the following skills:

• Proven experience in a sales management role, with a track record of achieving targets.
• Experience in the automotive industry is advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop team members.
• In-depth knowledge of sales processes, compliance regulations, and market trends.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work flexibly, including attending events outside of standard office hours.

Due to the nature of the business, this role will involve some weekend working.

In return for your hard work and commitment, our Client offers a competitive basic salary plus an attractive commission scheme.