Vertu Motors plc
New Car Sales Manager
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Vertu Mercedes Benz of Ascot
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced New Car Sales Manager to join our team at Mercedes-Benz of Ascot. This is a full-time permanent role offering a £47,500 basic salary, £70,000 OTE, plus a company car.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and commercially driven automotive Sales Manager to take the lead of our new car sales operation, working within a strong and established team and representing one of the most prestigious brands in the motor industry.
Based in our state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz showroom, you will lead a team of 8 Sales Executives selling both new and used vehicles. Our Sales Management team consists of a Used Car Sales Manager, 2 Business Managers, and a Sales Support Manager, providing a strong structure, allowing you to focus on leading the team, driving performance, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
The Role
As New Car Sales Manager, you will take responsibility for leading, coaching, and developing the sales team to deliver outstanding commercial results and consistently high standards of customer service.
You will manage a structured and controlled sales process, remaining highly visible and hands-on with your team and supporting customer interactions through effective first and second facing.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Leading, motivating, and developing a team of 8 Sales Executives
- Driving new car sales performance, profitability, and operating efficiency
- Coaching colleagues to maximize their individual and team performance
- Working closely with the 2 Business Managers and Sales Support Manager to ensure a smooth and effective sales process
- Supporting the sale of vehicles alongside appropriate finance, insurance, and additional products
- Ensuring consistently high standards of customer service throughout the sales journey
- Managing sales campaigns and promotions to maximize opportunities and sales penetration
- Monitoring performance against agreed objectives and taking action to drive results
- Creating a positive, accountable, and high-performance sales environment
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What We're Looking For
Ideally, we are looking for someone with New Car Sales Management experience and a strong track record of delivering results within the motor industry.
We would also welcome applications from experienced Mercedes-Benz Business Managers who are ready to take the next step into Sales Management, particularly someone who already has a strong understanding of the Mercedes-Benz sales process and agency model.
You'll Be Able To Demonstrate
- Proven experience within automotive sales management, or significant Mercedes-Benz Business Manager experience
- A strong understanding of new car sales processes and commercial performance
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and people management skills
- The ability to motivate a sales team and create a high-performance culture
- Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to make effective decisions
- A hands-on management style with a strong focus on the customer
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven premium dealership environment
Above all, we're looking for someone who can lead from the front, bring energy and focus to the department, and inspire their team to achieve ambitious business objectives while delivering the premium customer experience expected from Mercedes-Benz.
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Compliance & Values
As a values-driven business, it is essential that our management team consistently demonstrate behaviors that deliver positive outcomes for our customers. You will be expected to act in good faith at all times, setting the standard within your dealership and operating in a customer-centric environment where integrity is key.
You will play a key role in driving a culture of responsible business practices, ensuring we deliver the right products and services to meet our customers’ needs, protect them from harm, and encourage long-term loyalty. Building trust and acting with integrity at all times is fundamental to this role.
To protect our customers and our reputation, successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check, along with regular fit and proper person assessments. We will also request references from previous employers as part of our pre-employment checks.
Why Join Vertu?
We are proud to invest in the development of our colleagues, providing ongoing training and genuine opportunities to build your career with us.
As Part Of The Team, You'll Benefit From
- 25 days' holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Company car
- Access to our online rewards platform, offering cashback and discounts across multiple retailers
- Preferential service rates
- Colleague Purchase Scheme
- Share Incentive Scheme
- Pension
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
Ready for your next challenge?
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Vertu Mercedes Benz of Ascot
You will need a full UK driving license to be considered for this position.
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