Overview
Assistant Sales Manager - Automotive Retail
Location: Orpington
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £32,500 basic | Realistic OTE £70,000+ (uncapped) | Company Car + Benefits
The Role
As Assistant Sales Manager, you will work alongside the Sales Manager to drive sales performance and lead a team of vehicle sales executives. You\'ll bring your dealership management experience to ensure the smooth running of the department while maintaining exceptional customer standards.
Key responsibilities
* Supporting the Sales Manager in overseeing day-to-day sales operations
* Leading, motivating and developing a team of sales executives
* Driving sales across vehicles, finance and insurance products
* Ensuring compliance with dealership and manufacturer standards
* Handling escalated customer queries and ensuring high CSI results
* Managing showroom presentation and finance proposal processes
Candidate Profile
To be considered for this role, you must have:
* Proven experience in a main dealership at a managerial or supervisory level (e.g., Business Manager, Transaction Manager, Sales Controller, or Assistant Sales Manager)
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
* A professional, customer-focused approach with the ability to resolve issues effectively
* Drive, resilience and a track record of achieving sales targets
The Package
* Basic salary: £32,500
* OTE in excess of £70,000 (uncapped)
* Company car
* Ongoing training and management support
* Genuine career development opportunities within a respected dealer group
* Full company benefits package
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