Sales Manager - Exeter

TieTalent; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts company in Exeter seeks a Sales Manager to lead and motivate the Parts Sales team to achieve sales targets. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in team management within a B2B environment, strong customer service orientation, and excellent communication skills. Candidates should be proficient in MS Office and passionate about the automotive industry. This role emphasizes a high-performance culture in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing sales teams in a B2B environment.
• Ability to lead, manage, and motivate a team of Parts Sales Executives.
• Strong communication skills for building stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate the Parts Sales Executive Team to meet sales goals.
• Monitor sales performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service through the team.

Skills

Team management

Customer service

Sales focus

Communication skills

IT literacy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About TPS

TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with high-quality Genuine Parts and products necessary for servicing and repairing Volkswagen Group vehicles. As part of the Volkswagen Group, TPS operates a national network of Centres with a team of approximately 1,500 employees. The company emphasizes a motivating and inclusive workplace, fostering learning and development.

About the Role

The TPS Sales Manager, reporting to the Centre Manager, is responsible for managing and motivating the Parts Sales team to achieve and surpass sales targets, while maintaining strong relationships with customers.

1. Lead, manage, and motivate the Parts Sales Executive Team to meet sales goals.
2. Monitor sales performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
3. Plan and execute promotional activities with support from the Centre Manager.
4. Maintain product knowledge and stay informed about competitor activity.
5. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide developmental feedback.
6. Implement motivational incentive schemes.
7. Provide excellent customer service through the team.
8. Monitor delivery schedules to ensure service levels.
9. Maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism in business conduct.
10. Ensure proper use of business systems and compliance with standards and guidelines.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing sales teams in a B2B environment.
• Ability to lead, manage, and motivate a team of Parts Sales Executives.
• Passionate about customer service and automotive industry.
• Strong communication skills for building stakeholder relationships.
• High IT literacy, proficient in MS Office.
• Results-oriented with a sales focus.
• Interest in automotive industry or customer service.

Location

Exeter, England, United Kingdom

Work Experience

Sales Manager / Director of Sales

Languages

English