Senior Sales Executive

Salary/rate:£50,000 – £60,000 OTE
Type of work desired:Permanent
Desired work region:Greater Manchester
Relocation possible:Yes
Reason for leaving:Available Immediately
References on file:7879
Sector:Sales Executive
Post Date:January 30, 2026
Ref:7879
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About Profile

Senior Sales Executive

This candidate is a confident and commercially driven Senior Sales Executive with strong main dealer experience and an international automotive sales background. Having worked within highly competitive retail environments, they bring a polished, professional sales approach combined with modern lead management and relationship-building techniques.

They are fully licensed and certified within regulated automotive sales frameworks and are comfortable working to structured processes, CRM systems and compliance standards. Their strengths lie in understanding customer needs, presenting vehicle and finance solutions clearly, and closing deals through trust-based selling rather than pressure.

Alongside traditional showroom sales, they are proactive in social selling and follow-up activity, using CRM and digital channels to build long-term customer relationships. Analytical and market-aware, they stay up to date with product trends and competitor activity, allowing them to adapt their sales strategy and maintain strong performance.

Motivated by development and earnings, this candidate is keen to continue progressing within a UK main dealer environment where training, structure and earning potential are aligned.

Key Experience & Strengths

Senior Automotive Sales Executive experience
Main dealer retail sales background
VSA licensed and OMVIC certified
Strong customer service and client development focus
Vehicle and product knowledge across multiple brands
CRM and lead management systems
Relationship building and social selling techniques
Confident negotiation and decision-making
Target and performance driven
Market awareness and product trend analysis
Full UK driving licence

What They’re Looking For

Sales Executive role
Main dealer or structured automotive retail environment

Salary Expectations

£50,000 – £60,000 OTE

Availability

4-week notice period

Location

Looking for roles within a 30-minute commute of Manchester

This candidate would be a strong fit for a dealership seeking a motivated Senior Sales Executive who combines professionalism, modern sales techniques and a genuine focus on long-term customer relationships.

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