Transaction Manager- Skoda Grimsby

D. M. Keith; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run dealership in Grimsby is seeking a Transaction Manager. This role involves managing vehicle sales and finance opportunities while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must possess strong sales skills and have Motor Trade experience, with a competitive salary package offered and ample opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Preferential rates for servicing and repairs

World-class training

Qualifications

• Motor Trade experience required at Senior Sales Executive or Sales Manager level.
• Experience in F&I, deal stacking, and supporting Sales Manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop vehicle sales inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with FCA regulations in finance and insurance sales.
• Maximize sales profitability in line with company procedures.

Skills

Sales ability

Outstanding customer care

Coaching

Job description

We are looking for a Transaction Manager to join our team at our Skoda dealership in Grimsby.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a family-run business in the AM top 50 and represent one of our esteemed manufacturer partners.

We seek ambitious and driven individuals passionate about delivering world-class customer service. The role offers a competitive basic salary with an achievable OTE of £53,000 per annum.

About The Business

Our business has a history spanning over 60 years, remaining family-owned. From humble beginnings, we have grown to be among the top 50 car dealerships in the country. With 26 businesses and over 600 staff members, many of whom have long tenures, we value genuine, customer-focused people with a positive attitude.

Our philosophy is to recruit for attitude and train for skills. If you enjoy working with customers and embody our Family Values of Fit, Fun, Family, and Fearless, you will fit right in. We provide manufacturer training for product knowledge and work with a top sales trainer to develop your skills to a high level.

We expect hard work but offer an industry-leading package, flexible hours, and opportunities for progression, with a strong preference for internal promotion. You must have an ambitious drive to excel and a relentless mindset.

About You

You should be able to listen to customer needs and adapt your skills accordingly. As a Transaction Manager, confidence in working towards targets and deadlines is essential, as is maximizing every sales opportunity.

You need to demonstrate strong sales ability, outstanding customer care, and experience in F&I, deal stacking, second-facing, coaching, team development, and supporting the Sales Manager.

Motor Trade experience is required, either at a Senior Sales Executive level or from a Sales Manager/Business Manager background.

Main Purpose of Job Role

• Manage and develop all new and used vehicle sales inquiries.
• Manage and develop finance and insurance sales through vehicle sales.
• Maximize vehicle sales and profitability, implementing the D. M. Keith Way.
• Ensure profitable sales of finance and insurance products in line with FCA compliance.
• Ensure departmental processes and team members comply with FCA regulations.
• Conduct monthly self-audits.
• Contribute to the development of plans, policies, and procedures to achieve sales targets efficiently.
• Maintain full compliance with all Sales Department procedures.

What We Offer

• Working hours are 5 days per week on a rota, covering 8:30 am to 6:30 pm, Saturdays 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Sundays 10:30 am to 4:00 pm.
• World-class training from our own trainers and brand partners.
• 30 days annual leave, including 8 bank holidays, increasing with service length.
• Preferential rates for servicing and repairs for employees' families and friends.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• £25 contribution towards eye tests.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Long Service Awards.

Working Hours

We offer a competitive schedule, averaging 41.5 hours per week, with every other weekend off and a weekday off during the week.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, or other characteristics.