Sales Manager
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Sales Manager
This candidate is an experienced Automotive Sales Manager with a strong background in both used car sales and F&I, having progressed naturally through the sales floor into senior management roles. They bring a balanced leadership style that combines commercial awareness, compliance and team development within structured main dealer environments.
They are confident managing all aspects of a sales department, including KPI delivery, stock control, vehicle purchasing and margin management. Used to working with CRM systems and FCA-regulated processes, they ensure sales activity remains compliant while still driving strong performance and profitability.
A hands-on leader, they focus heavily on staff development, coaching and accountability, creating teams that consistently perform while maintaining high customer satisfaction and retention levels. They are analytical in approach, using forecasting and reporting to guide decisions, manage risk and support long-term growth.
With a stable career history and experience across multiple franchise brands, this candidate is now seeking a Sales Manager position where structure, standards and performance are valued.
Key Experience & Strengths
Automotive Sales Manager experience
Strong background in used car sales and F&I
Team leadership, coaching and staff development
KPI management and performance monitoring
Stock control, purchasing and margin management
CRM systems and sales process control
FCA compliance and regulated sales processes
Customer satisfaction and retention focus
Sales forecasting, reporting and analysis
Stable and consistent career history
Full UK driving licence
What They’re Looking For
Sales Manager role
Main dealer or structured automotive retail environment
Salary Expectations
£65,000 – £80,000 OTE
Availability
4-week notice period
Location
Looking for roles within a 45-minute commute of Manchester
This candidate would be a strong addition to a dealership seeking a commercially focused Sales Manager who can lead teams effectively, control stock and performance, and deliver consistent results within a compliant, customer-focused sales operation.
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