Car Sales Manager

Posted: 23/04/26
Recruiter:perfect placement
Reference:3100727253
Type:Permanent
Industry: Automotive, Recruitment
Salary:£40,000 - £60,000 Annual
Location:Whitson, Monmouthshire
Description: Exciting Career Opportunity for a New Car Sales Manager in Newport

Are you an experienced sales leader with a passion for the automotive industry? Our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Newport, is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated New Car Sales Manager to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary package, uncapped earning potential, and excellent career development prospects, all within a well-established dealership group across Southwest England and South Wales.

Benefits:

  • Starting basic salary of 40,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
  • Uncapped, realistic on-target earnings exceeding 60,000 annually
  • Personal company car
  • 30 days holiday entitlement, plus holiday pay for bank holidays worked
  • Full manufacturer-accredited training and ongoing development programmes
  • Access to workplace pension scheme
  • Staff purchase discounts and additional staff benefits
  • Long-term career progression within a large, reputable dealership group
  • Average 5-day working week with no Sunday work required, except during March and September
  • Working hours from 8:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, with a half-day Saturday (8:30am to 5:00pm) and one late shift per week
Duties of a Car Sales Manager:
  • Lead, coach, and motivate a team of three New Car Sales Executives to achieve individual and team sales targets
  • Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring excellent service standards and advocating customer feedback
  • Develop and implement engaging sales campaigns and events to optimise commercial outcomes
  • Stay informed of market trends and customer needs to formulate effective sales strategies
  • Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate management of customer data
  • Lead by example to foster a high-performance sales environment and uphold brand values
  • Maintain current and valid UK driving licence with minimal points
Requirements:
  • Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved automotive dealership
  • Preferably experienced in a busy, high-volume brand or dealership environment
  • Strong F&I background is desirable
  • Stable employment history demonstrating success in sales leadership roles
  • Car Sales Managers should lead from the front with a focus on customer satisfaction and team performance
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive attitude and hands-on approach to management
  • Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, results-driven New Car Sales Manager to join a respected dealership and make a significant impact on their business. If you possess the necessary experience and are looking for a rewarding career move, we encourage you to apply.

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Newport and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Manager opportunity.

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