Sales Manager - BYD

Snows Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer is seeking a Sales Manager for their new BYD dealership in Chichester. This role involves driving sales, managing a team, and achieving financial targets in a rapidly growing market. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in sales.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme

30 days holiday plus additional holidays

Birthday day off

Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts

Life Assurance Benefit

Snows Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (BEN)

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team and developing others.
• Proven results in a target-driven sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing Sales Executives and Sales Administrators to meet goals.
• Developing and achieving a Department Profit Plan.
• Ensuring effective handling of all inquiries and sales processes.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Numeracy

Teamwork

Job description

Based in the South and South-West of England, Snows Motor Group is an AM Top 50 automotive retailer covering 20 brands across 54 franchises. We differentiate ourselves from our competitors by delivering an exceptional level of service to both our customers and manufacturing partners. Due to expansion, we are currently looking to recruit a Sales Manager to join our new BYD dealership based in Chichester. This role focuses on ensuring the new Sales Team drives sales forward.

BYD is the fastest-growing car manufacturer in the UK, and Chichester will become the 4th BYD Dealership for Snows Motor Group. With a rapidly expanding model range and innovative technology, the BYD brand is poised for significant growth.

We seek an enthusiastic, dynamic, and organized individual who is excited by the opportunity to build their own team and grow in line with BYD's aspirations.

The Sales Manager will be responsible for achieving sales and financial targets by developing the Sales Department Plans and Budgets according to the Brand's criteria. This includes:

1. Managing Sales Executives and Sales Administrators to meet goals and achieve high sales performance.
2. Overseeing product knowledge transfer to ensure the team is up-to-date and well-trained.
3. Developing and achieving a Department Profit Plan, covering all financial aspects including business plans, marketing and advertising budgets, operating expenses, capital budgets, and sales forecasts.
4. Overseeing the department’s administrative control systems to ensure compliance.
5. Ensuring effective handling of all inquiries, following the correct sales processes, and proper recording of transactions.

Have you got what it takes?

• Numerate and articulate.
• A full driving licence.
• Inspiring leadership and teamwork skills.
• Experience in delivering excellent customer service in a sales environment.
• Experience managing a team and developing others.
• Proven results in a target-driven sales environment.

What is in it for you?

• Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Full training and support aligned with Snows values.
• 30 days holiday, including Bank Holidays, plus additional holidays on milestone anniversaries.
• Birthday day off.
• Discounted MOTs, Service & Parts.
• Recommend a Friend Bonus/Customer Introduction Bonus.
• Life Assurance Benefit.
• Snows Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (BEN).
• Opportunities for learning and growth within Snows.

Hours of work:

Monday to Friday 08:30 – 18:00 (with a 1-hour lunch), Saturday 08:30 – 17:00 (with a 1-hour lunch), Sunday 10:00 – 16:00 (rota basis).

This advert remains open until the vacancy is filled. We encourage early applications as interviews will be conducted throughout this period. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; if you do not hear within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

** Important Consent Note ** By submitting your application, you consent to us retaining and sharing your CV within the Snows Group to consider you for other suitable roles. You agree to be contacted by Snows regarding our roles. Your details will not be shared outside the Group or used for unrelated purposes. If you do not agree, please do not submit your application.