Our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved automotive dealership located in Gloucester, is seeking an experienced General Sales Manager to join their expanding team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a driven professional to lead a dedicated sales team, enhance dealership performance, and contribute to the growth of a well-respected family-run automotive business.
Benefits of a General Sales Manager:
Competitive starting salary, fully negotiable based on experience
Uncapped departmental performance-related bonus scheme
Company car included
31 days annual leave, with bank holidays worked given a day off in lieu
Guaranteed 5.5-day working week, with no Sundays required
Half-day off during the week
Full in-house and manufacturer-accredited training programmes
Contributory workplace pension scheme
Death in service benefits
Access to exclusive staff discounts on new and used vehicles, servicing, and parts
Long-term career development within an expanding dealership networkDuties of a General Sales Manager:
Lead and motivate a team of six Sales Executives to achieve targets across new and used vehicle sales, finance, and insurance products
Develop and implement sales strategies to enhance dealership profitability and market presence
Manage daily operations ensuring high standards in showroom and forecourt presentation
Oversee customer interactions face-to-face, via phone, and email, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction
Liaise with the marketing and digital sales teams to promote vehicles and services effectively online and offline
Monitor and maintain high Customer Satisfaction Index scores, handling complaints efficiently
Track and analyse Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure team and dealership performance
Ensure all sales and transactions are fully FCA compliant
Participate in closing deals, including underwriting part exchanges as a General Sales Manager
Supervise dealership operations in the absence of senior management or Group Service Manager
Maintain an understanding of market trends and competitors to foster growth and innovationRequirements of a General Sales Manager:
Proven experience in a sales management role within a medium-to-large franchise-approved automotive dealership
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate a diverse workforce
Professional, calm, and strategic approach to dealership operations
Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
Robust analytical and problem-solving abilities to anticipate and overcome challenges
Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
Full knowledge of FCA compliance standards
A proactive attitude with a focus on growth, customer satisfaction, and operational excellenceContact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Gloucester and Gloucestershire
, today to discover more about this fantastic General Sales Manager opportunity.
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