Sales Manager

JCT600 Limited; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 34 days

Family leave

Leadership training

Cycle-to-work

Gym discounts

Company legacy

Engagement culture

Life at JCT600

Job summary

JCT600 Ltd in York is seeking an ambitious Sales Manager to lead our Volkswagen York sales team. You will drive performance across new and used vehicle sales, finance, and add-on products while maintaining outstanding customer experience and FCA compliance.

Working with the Head of Business, you will coach the team, analyse market trends, and develop people through regular reviews and development plans. This role offers a competitive package and strong long-term career prospects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sales Manager or senior automotive sales leadership role.
• Proven track record of delivering strong commercial performance.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities.
• A customer-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
• High levels of motivation, resilience, and professionalism.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Drive performance across new and used vehicle sales, finance, and add-on products.
• Monitor KPIs and implement effective sales strategies to maximise profitability.
• Ensure an exceptional customer journey from initial enquiry through to vehicle handover.
• Coach and support team members through regular performance reviews and development plans.
• Maintain compliance with FCA and company standards.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure smooth dealership operations.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Communication

Analytical skills

Customer-focused

Motivation

Driving licence

Job description

At JCT600, we are looking for an ambitious and inspiring Sales Manager to lead our Volkswagen York sales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a high-performing automotive sales professional who thrives on developing people, driving performance, and creating a customer-first culture.

As Sales Manager, you’ll take responsibility for leading the sales operation, ensuring the team consistently delivers outstanding results while maintaining the highest standards of customer experience and compliance.

Working closely with the Head of Business, you’ll motivate and coach the team to exceed targets, maximise profitability, and build long-term customer relationships.

As Sales Manager, your day-to-day will include:

• Lead, motivate, and develop the sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Drive performance across new and used vehicle sales, finance, and add-on products
• Monitor KPIs and implement effective sales strategies to maximise profitability
• Ensure an exceptional customer journey from initial enquiry through to vehicle handover
• Coach and support team members through regular performance reviews and development plans
• Maintain compliance with FCA and company standards
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure smooth dealership operations
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth

What we’re looking for in a Sales Manager

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about people leadership and delivering results.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Sales Manager or senior automotive sales leadership role
• A proven track record of delivering strong commercial performance
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities
• A customer-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• High levels of motivation, resilience, and professionalism
• Full UK driving licence (free from excessive penalties)

What we offer

At JCT600, we believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Every Sales Manager benefits from a competitive package and access to a wide range of colleague benefits including:

• Annual leave: 34 days including bank holidays, increasing to 36 days (5 years) and 38 days (10 years)
• Family support: Enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
• Training & development: From foundation to advanced levels through brand partner training and our best-in-class leadership development
• Cycle-to-work and discounted gym schemes
• We’ve spent over 80 years building a business that values its people and their careers
• We pride ourselves on being rated highly by colleagues for engagement and inclusivity
• Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our “ Life at JCT600 ” philosophy and seven colleague commitments

Inclusivity & Diversity

JCT600 Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We try our hardest to make JCT600 feel like a home from home for all of our colleagues. To us, that’s a place where we can all feel supported to be our true selves every day and where our workforce represents the wonderful communities we serve.