Sales Manager - Aston Martin Racing

Prodrive; Banbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company in Banbury is seeking a driven Sales Manager to enhance customer engagement and manage sales of Aston Martin GT3 and GT4 race cars. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-value sales, preferably in racing. Responsibilities include leading sales journeys, building client relationships, and representing the brand at events. The role offers an attractive salary, bonuses, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Attractive salary

25 days holiday

Competitive bonus

Training opportunities

Car and pension schemes

Paid time off for volunteering

Social events

Company discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-value sales, ideally to professional racing teams.
• Strong understanding of motorsport, automotive, or luxury performance sectors.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete sales journey for Aston Martin GT3 and GT4 race cars.
• Engage top-tier race teams and motorsport customers worldwide.
• Build long-term relationships with existing clients.
• Represent the company at key motorsport events.
• Collaborate with marketing to generate leads.

Skills

High-value sales experience

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of GT and endurance racing

Job description

Prodrive is the world’s leading independent multidisciplined motorsport company, synonymous with world championship success across both race and rally. For more than twenty years we have also been the team behind Aston Martin Racing’s GT endurance programme.

Our GT3 and GT4 products are strong and competitive in the market, both in terms of value and performance. Our compelling offer enhanced further, through strong aftersales support which helps us foster strong and enduring relationships. Our customers compete in more than 40 championships across the world (including in the World Endurance Championship) and we’re proud to have supported them in achieving more than 130 podiums already this year.

We are now seeking an additional experienced, driven and results-focused Sales Manager to join the team and play a key role in growing our customer base and contributing to our ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and lead the complete sales journey for Aston Martin GT3 and GT4 race cars, from first enquiry through to final handover.
• Proactively seek out and engage top tier race teams, motorsport customers, and other networks worldwide.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Represent Prodrive and Aston Martin Racing at key motorsport events, trade shows, hospitality functions and exclusive customer track activities.
• Collaborate with marketing to create high-impact campaigns, promotional materials, and online content to generate and drive leads.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer enquiries, providing technical product knowledge and advice on racing programmes.
• Facilitate customer visits to the factory and trackside, ensuring an exceptional and memorable brand experience.

Who Are We Looking For?

Our ideal candidate will bring proven experience in high-value sales, ideally preferably selling to professional racing teams within the motorsport, automotive, or luxury performance sectors, with a strong understanding of GT and endurance racing. You will be confident building relationships with clients, negotiating at the highest level, and representing a premium brand on the global stage.

A strong understanding of sales and business opportunities and entrepreneurial approach are essential, along with the ability to spot opportunities and convert them into results. You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, be comfortable travelling internationally, and share our passion for motorsport and high-performance engineering.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
• Competitive and achievable bonus
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

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