Overview
Vertu Kia Barnsley
Basic Salary: £40,000 | OTE: £60,000 | Company Car + Exceptional Benefits
We’re seeking an experienced General Sales Manager who can build on our strong foundations and guide this talented, motivated team to the next level.
Responsibilities
* Guide and support a team that includes Business Managers, Sales Executives and colleagues in customer-facing roles, creating a consistent, well-structured sales process through regular coaching, clear communication and active involvement in customer interactions.
* Help the team sell new and used vehicles, as well as additional products such as finance options, while maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction.
* Oversee sales campaigns and promotions, ensuring they are effective, ethical and aligned with company values.
* Demonstrate strong leadership and people-support skills with the primary responsibility to help the team achieve their goals and improve sales performance, profitability and efficiency.
* Bring clear communication, reliable organisation, and confident leadership that reflects company values.
What We’re Looking For / Qualifications
* Proven success as a General Sales Manager in a main dealership, ideally spanning both new and used vehicle operations.
* Manufacturer experience is essential; Kia experience would be highly advantageous but not required.
* A collaborative, motivational leadership style with a passion for people and performance.
* Strong commercial acumen with a commitment to ethical, customer-focused practice.
* Values-driven, with integrity, resilience, and the ability to set clear goals for yourself and your team.
Why Kia, Why Now?
Kia is an exciting brand to join right now, with 12 different models—50% of which are EV—a class-leading electrified line-up that’s winning customers and market share. At Barnsley, you’ll lead a sales team of five Sales Executives and a Business Manager, building on strong foundations and taking performance to the next level.
What You’ll Receive
We believe in rewarding performance and supporting your personal and professional wellbeing:
* £40,000 basic salary, OTE £60,000 + Company Car
* Ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities.
* 25 days holiday, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays.
* Access to our online rewards platform for cashback and discounts.
* Preferential service rates and a colleague purchase scheme.
* Share Incentive Scheme and pension plan.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
If you’re ready to bring your leadership, experience, and enthusiasm to a dealership full of opportunity, apply today and help drive the success of Kia Barnsley
All successful applicants will be asked to complete a DBS check and reference process as part of our commitment to integrity and customer safety.
Closing Date for applications will be Friday, 20 February 2026.
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