Job Description
We are seeking an organised, detail-oriented Car Sales Administration Manager to lead our Sales Administration team and support the smooth, accurate, and compliant processing of all vehicle sales. This is a key role within the dealership, ensuring customers receive an exceptional experience from point of sale through to delivery.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operations of the Sales Administration department.
* Manage, motivate, and coach a team of Sales Administrators.
* Ensure all vehicle orders, invoices, and financial documentation are processed accurately and on time.
* Maintain compliance with manufacturer, FCA, and internal audit requirements.
* Liaise closely with the Sales Managers, Accounts team, and external partners such as finance companies and suppliers.
* Monitor stock records, registration processes, and vehicle taxation.
* Produce and analyse departmental reports, identifying areas for improvement.
* Support new system implementations and process enhancements.
* Resolve administrative queries quickly and professionally.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in vehicle sales administration within the motor trade is desirable.
* Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
* Strong understanding of vehicle invoicing, taxation, and funding processes.
* Excellent IT skills, including DMS/CRM platforms e.g., Kerridge
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional development and internal progression.
* A supportive team environment within a well-established dealership.
* Employee perks, manufacturer training, and long-term career stability.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.
Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer
The company reserves the right to expand the short-listing criteria to facilitate the short-listing process. We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify suitable candidates
Skills Needed
Servicing, Hospitality
About The Company
The Donnelly Group has been synonymous with the motor industry in Northern Ireland since 1947 when Peter Donnelly started a vehicle repair and taxi business in Caledon on the border of Co Tyrone and Armagh. Since then the Donnelly Group has become the largest family-owned automotive company in Northern Ireland. We offer competitive salaries, industry-leading work-life balance, generous holiday allowance, continuous training and development, wide-ranging benefits, and an opportunity to give volunteering time back to the communities within which we serve through the Donnelly Group Foundation.
Company Culture
Our teams across all our branches get involved with fundraising for our nominated charity partner, through football tournaments, Donnelly Group bake-off events, dragon boat racing, abseiling, cycling events as well as having a ‘Foundation Day’; a paid day off, to get involved with community projects. We like to feel that we work hard and play hard.
Desired Criteria
* Proven experience in vehicle sales administration within the motor trade
* Previous supervisory or management experience preferred
* Strong understanding of vehicle invoicing, taxation, and funding processes
Required Criteria
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Closing DateThursday 9th April, 2026