General Sales Manager

Overview

In this General Sales Manager role, you lead a dealership sales team to drive new and used vehicle sales and add-on offerings while upholding high customer satisfaction and ethical standards. You will coach colleagues, manage campaigns, and optimise profitability and efficiency. The position focuses on strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering measurable sales outcomes in a customer-centric environment. This is a values-driven role at a premier automotive retailer offering development and career progression.

Pay / Benefits

• £45,000 basic salary
• OTE £65,000
• company car
• pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• online rewards platform (cashback and discounts)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a sales team including Business Managers, Sales Executives and support staff
• Coach and develop the team to meet business objectives
• Oversee customer interactions and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Manage sales campaigns and promotions to maximise sales
• Drive sales of new and used vehicles and finance add-ons
• Uphold high ethical standards and compliance within the dealership
• Analyse performance metrics to improve profitability and operating efficiency
• Support culture of responsible business practices and integrity

Key requirements

• Proven track record of sales and performance in the motor industry
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Ability to generate impressive results and drive profitability
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to customer-centric service and integrity

• leadership
• communication
• organisation
• sales management
• campaign management
• coaching and development

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