Sales Executive – Person Specification
Experience
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Previous sales experience in a customer-facing environment (automotive, motorcycle, retail, or hospitality advantageous)
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Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets
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Experience handling objections and closing sales
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Finance & insurance sales exposure desirable but not essential
Skills & Competencies
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Confident, professional, and persuasive sales approach
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Excellent negotiation and closing skills
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Customer-focused with a consultative selling style
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Strong organisational and time-management abilities
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Commercial awareness and profit-driven mindset
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IT literate with experience using CRM / dealership systems
Personal Attributes
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Highly motivated and target-driven
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Professional appearance and positive attitude
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Resilient with the ability to handle rejection
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Approachable, trustworthy, and personable
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Passionate about vehicles / motorcycles and the industry
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Team player with the ability to work independently
Qualifications & Requirements
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Full UK driving licence (essential)
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Motorcycle licence advantageous (where applicable)
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Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays
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Right to work in the UK
Desirable
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Manufacturer or brand training
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Experience selling finance, insurance, and add-on products
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Knowledge of FCA compliance and dealership processes