Toyota Trainee Car Sales Executive

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Car Sales Executive to join our Toyota Dealership in Lincoln.

This is a full-time role, working an average 5-day week from Monday to Sunday, between 08:30 and 18:00, based on a 40-hour week. You will work on a rota that includes one weekday off each week and alternating weekends off.

With a great earning potential of £35,000 OTE within the first 6 months and a company car, we also aim to provide the work-life balance you deserve.

As a Sales Executive with Listers, you’ll ensure every customer feels valued by understanding how our vehicles fit into their lives. It’s about matching the right car with the customer and ensuring they have the features and add-ons to suit their needs. From financing to contracts, you’ll strive for total customer satisfaction throughout the process.

Role and Responsibilities

• Build trust, communicate effectively, and exceed customer expectations through qualification and creating a positive first impression.
• Maximise opportunities through prospecting, follow-up calls, inbound enquiries, walk-in prospects, and internet enquiries.
• Achieve monthly KPIs for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add-on products to maximise profit.
• Adhere to FCA and data protection obligations by accurately collecting customer and vehicle data to enhance the customer database.

About you

• This role may suit someone with experience as a car sales executive, retail manager, or sales manager.
• You should demonstrate an ability to achieve and exceed targets.
• Quickly establish rapport with customers and build lasting relationships.
• Hold a valid UK driver’s license.
• Experience in the motor trade, automotive sector, or car dealership is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What we offer

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company pension
• Wellness programme
• Sick pay
• Group life insurance
• Staff discount on car servicing
• Listers benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas, and holidays
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Staff referral scheme
• In-house, manufacturer, and professional qualifications
• Company events

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group is one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. Our success is driven by our team of over two and a half thousand dedicated employees. We represent some of the world’s most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk, and Yorkshire. We support our employees’ aspirations and invite you to apply if you’re interested in a career in the motor trade, automotive, or car dealership sectors. Join our Talent Bank if you’re seeking similar motor trade opportunities.