Due to continued growth and dealership redevelopment we require an experienced Used Vehicle Sales Manager
The main focus of this role is to direct a team of used vehicle sales employees to achieve predetermined sales targets, and ensure complete customer satisfaction is delivered.
Key job functions & Accountabilities
* Providing leadership and direction to used vehicle sales employees
* Aligning used vehicle sales activities with the broader business plan
* Regular reporting of actual sales performance against set targets with variance and revised projections to the General Sales Manager
* Being responsible for the appraisal, purchase, reconditioning, display and merchandising of the used vehicles in the dealerships
* Processing commission sheets
* Monitoring the sales revenue, margin, and expense performance, initiating corrective action where required
* Monitoring competitors' sales and product strategies, campaigns and events to optimise market share
* Understanding the customers objectives, buying criteria and decision making processes, and forming long term business partnerships in order to leverage future transactions/purchases
* Identifying and exceeding the needs of customers by providing in-depth advice and service
* Assisting customers in the selection and purchase process of a used vehicle
Required Skills
* Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role or extensive experience in a sales role, with a proven sales record within the automotive industry
* Current and valid driver's license and able to drive manual transmission
* Strong understanding of all aspects of a used vehicle operation
* Highly developed knowledge of the automotive industry
* Ability to profile customer needs
* Exceptional communications skills
* Ability to build effective relationships with customers resulting in sales
What's on offer
* Great Team environment in a wholly family run business
* No Sunday work
* Strong retainer with great commission structure negotiated commensurate to skill level and experience
* Fully Maintained Company Vehicle and Laptop
* All applicants will be kept in strict confidence
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