Used Car Sales Manager

Pybus Recruitment Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Pybus Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a successful multi-brand automotive retailer in Lincoln for an experienced Used Car Sales Manager. You will lead a busy used car operation, inspire a high-performing sales team and drive exceptional customer experiences and profitability.

The role focuses on delivering sales targets, managing stock, pricing and negotiations, while ensuring FCA compliance and strong leadership. A proven track record in automotive sales management is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sales Manager in automotive dealership.
• Track record of meeting sales targets and profitability.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation abilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team of Sales Executives to exceed monthly targets.
• Drive used vehicle sales performance and profitability.
• Monitor stock levels, pricing, and vehicle preparation standards.
• Ensure exceptional customer service throughout the sales journey.
• Support deal structuring and negotiations with customers.
• Maintain FCA and company procedures compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management to implement sales strategies and objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and deliver regular performance reviews.
• Develop and coach team members for performance and progression.

Skills

Sales management

Automotive industry experience

Leadership ability

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Job description

Lincoln, United Kingdom | Posted on 04/11/2026

Salary: £42,000 Basic Salary + OTE £64,000 + Company Car

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Used Car Sales Manager Required in Lincoln

Pybus Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing multi-brand automotive retailer in Lincoln for an experienced Used Car Sales Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and results-focused automotive sales professional to lead a busy used car operation, inspire a high-performing sales team, and play a key role in delivering exceptional customer experiences and commercial success.

If you have a proven track record in automotive sales management and are passionate about developing people, maximising profitability, and driving sales performance, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Used Car Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the used car department, ensuring sales targets, profitability objectives, and customer satisfaction standards are consistently achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and motivating a team of Sales Executives to exceed monthly targets
  
• Driving used vehicle sales performance and profitability
  
• Monitoring and managing stock levels, vehicle pricing, and vehicle preparation standards
  
• Ensuring exceptional customer service throughout the sales journey
  
• Supporting the team with deal structuring and negotiations
  
• Maintaining compliance with FCA and company procedures
  
• Working closely with senior management to implement sales strategies and business objectives
  
• Monitoring key performance indicators and delivering regular performance reviews
  
• Developing and coaching team members to maximise performance and career progression
  

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Sales Manager, Transaction Manager, Business Manager or Used Car Sales Manager within a franchised or reputable automotive dealership
  
• A strong track record of delivering sales targets and departmental profitability
  
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills
  
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation abilities
  
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills
  
• A hands-on approach with a positive and motivated attitude
  
• Full UK Driving Licence
  

What's on Offer?

• Realistic OTE of £64,000
  
• Company Car
  
• Excellent career progression opportunities
  
• Manufacturer and in-house training
  
• Supportive and professional working environment
  
• Employee benefits package
  
• Joining a successful and established multi-brand dealership group