Sales Manager

Lloyd Motor Group; Workington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Vehicle-discount schemes

Cycle to work

Eyecare vouchers

Free flu jabs

Pension and life cover

Training programs

Staff referral scheme

Company Car

Job summary

Lloyd Volkswagen in Workington is seeking a Sales Manager to lead car sales operations and profit generation. You will translate business strategy into practical sales plans, manage budgets, and drive success across the team while maintaining outstanding customer service.

The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial sense, leadership and IT skills, plus a full UK driving licence; the role offers a basic salary with OTE £65,000 uncapped bonus and a company car.

Qualifications

• Commercial awareness and financial analysis skills are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities required.
• Proven leadership qualities and self-motivation are essential.
• IT literacy and a full UK driving licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Maximise profit across all areas of responsibility.
• Translate business strategy into car sales plans.
• Develop sales plans and budgets to meet targets.
• Lead and manage staff to maximise productivity.
• Ensure excellent customer service and FCA compliance.
• Collaborate with retailer teams to implement best practices.
• Deliver results to meet budgets.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Leadership

IT literacy

Job description

02 Sep - 01 Oct 26 Workington

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Manager to join Lloyd Volkswagen based in Workington.

Salary: Basic salary with OTE £65,000 uncapped bonus + Company Car

Hours: 45+ Hours per week

Role Responsibilities

• To maximise profit in all areas of responsibility.
• To translate business strategy into operational plans for car sales.
• To develop and agree sales plans and budgets, including all cars, accessories, overheads and all related items, to achieve marketing, sales and financial targets.
• To deliver results to meet and where possible exceed agreed budgets.
• To implement effective policies and procedures to maximise sales opportunities.
• To inspire, provide leadership and effectively manage all staff to maximise productivity and meet or exceed sales and profit targets.
• To ensure delivery of excellent customer service within all areas of responsibility.
• To work effectively with all other key personnel within the retailer to establish and implement best practice and ensure our customers receive exceptional customer service.
• To ensure full compliance to FCA guidelines on the selling of financial services and products by all relevant staff.

The ideal Sales Manager will hold the following skills and experiences

• Commercial awareness and financial analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• IT literate with a full UK driving licence

Rewards And Benefits

• 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Free flu jabs.
• Pension scheme (including life cover).
• Internal and manufacturer training.
• Staff referral scheme.
• 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.

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