Sales Manager

This candidate is an experienced automotive Sales Manager with a strong background across both new and used car operations within high-volume dealership environments. Their career combines hands-on sales leadership with excellent coaching ability, strong compliance knowledge and a genuine passion for team development and customer experience within the motor trade.

Currently managing a busy dealership sales operation, they are responsible for leading and motivating a sales team to achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly and annual targets. Their experience includes overseeing recruitment, stock rotation, used vehicle purchasing, finance performance and overall showroom standards while maintaining strong FCA and GDPR compliance procedures.

A major strength is their leadership style and focus on staff development. Throughout their career they have implemented structured coaching programmes, SMART goal planning and sales process training to improve individual performance, accountability and team profitability. They are highly process-driven and thrive on helping teams maximise performance through motivation, mentoring and continuous improvement.

They also bring strong operational experience across stock management, part exchange valuations, website and Autotrader advertising, complaint handling and social media marketing. Their commercial awareness and customer-focused approach have consistently helped improve customer satisfaction, retention and dealership reputation.

Alongside dealership management experience, they have a strong understanding of F&I performance, leasing products, warranty processes and customer journey management. Their ability to work collaboratively with workshop teams, marketing departments and senior leadership helps ensure smooth operational performance across all areas of the business.

Professional, ambitious and highly motivated, they are now looking for a long-term Sales Manager opportunity within a progressive automotive business offering strong culture, professionalism and future progression.

Key Experience & Strengths

Automotive Sales Manager experience
New and used vehicle sales operations
High-volume dealership background
Sales process implementation and compliance
FCA regulated and GDPR trained
Motability accredited
Team coaching and staff development
Used vehicle purchasing and stock management
Part exchange valuations
Customer service and complaint resolution
F&I and leasing knowledge
Marketing and social media awareness
Strong communication and leadership skills
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

Sales Manager role within a professional automotive dealership environment

Salary Expectations

£40,000 – £44,000 basic salary with OTE £60,000+

Availability

4 weeks’ notice

Location

Looking for roles within up to 40 minutes of Blackburn

This candidate would be a strong addition to any dealership group seeking an experienced Sales Manager with strong leadership ability, excellent team development skills and a proven track record driving customer satisfaction, compliance and sales performance within the motor trade sector.

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