Sales Manager – Car Rental Sector

Recruitment Avenue; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the car rental sector is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a high-volume location. This role involves training and developing frontline staff, ensuring overall profitability, and driving sales through effective management strategies. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record in sales management. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and aims to enhance its green initiatives while providing exceptional service. If you are passionate about team development and sales excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in management roles with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to attract, evaluate, and coach staff for team effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff performance and build effective teams to achieve sales objectives.
• Maximise incremental sales through effective training and staff development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Sales Management

Team Building

Customer Relations

Education

Full valid driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Power Point

Job description

Job Title – Sales Manager – Car Rental Sector

Job Location – Oxford

Salary – £26k basic with a £34k OTE

Our client offers a wide range of car and van rental services – be it for a few hours, a few days, a week, a month or more – with a fleet that is already “C02 light” and equipped with the latest engines, and which will be increasingly “green” in the years to come.

In the role you will be responsible for front line staff training and development and overall profitability of a high-volume location. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Service based sales management
• Staff training, development, coaching and corrective action
• Sales and financial reporting

Responsibilities

• Manage staff performance and build effective teams to achieve sales objectives
• Maximise incremental sales through effective training and staff development
• Daily communication with staff providing recognition and constructive redirection
• Provide continuous training and education daily
• Maintain accurate sales reports
• Work closely with management and department leaders

Job Requirements

• Management of direct customer contact, employee relations, budget and P&L review
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make prudent decisions
• Excellent communication skills with ability to build rapport across the organisation with peers, staff and management, both written and verbal
• Strong team-oriented leadership skills and proven track record in a management role
• Ability to attract, evaluate, coach, and advance staff to create an effective team
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Power Point.

NOTE: You must hold a full valid driving licence with a minimum of 4 years driving experience.