D. M. Keith
Sales Executive- Skoda Leeds
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Company Description
D. M. Keith is a family-run automotive retailer with over 50 years of history and is the UK’s largest privately owned ŠKODA retailer. With thirteen sites across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, the group offers one of the widest selections of new and approved used ŠKODA vehicles in the country. In addition, D. M. Keith operates Honda, SEAT, CUPRA, Ford, and Kia dealerships, providing a comprehensive range of models and services. The company supports private, business, and Motability customers and focuses on delivering welcoming, customer-centered experiences. Team members join a close-knit, values-led environment known as #TeamTartan.
Role Description
The Sales Executive – ŠKODA Leeds role is a full-time, on-site position based at the ŠKODA dealership in Leeds. The role involves greeting and engaging customers, identifying their needs, and providing tailored advice on new and approved used ŠKODA vehicles.
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Daily Responsibilities
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- Conducting test drives
- Preparing and presenting finance and product options
- Negotiating and closing sales
- Managing the end-to-end sales process from initial enquiry to handover
- Following up leads
- Maintaining accurate records in the dealership CRM
- Collaborating with colleagues to meet individual and team sales targets
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting promotional activities
- Maintaining a well-presented showroom
- Ensuring an excellent customer experience
Qualifications
- Strong customer service and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of customers.
- Sales and negotiation skills, including experience achieving targets, handling objections, and closing sales in a retail or automotive environment.
- Organization and time-management skills to manage multiple leads, appointments, and follow-ups while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Commercial and product awareness, with the ability to learn and explain vehicle features, finance options, and additional products in a clear, compliant manner.
- Basic digital and IT skills, including use of CRM systems, email, and standard office software to manage customer records and sales processes.
- Confidence in conducting test drives and presenting vehicles; a valid UK driving licence is essential.
- Ability to work on-site in Leeds, flexibly including weekends and peak trading periods, as part of a supportive dealership team.
- Previous experience in automotive sales or a similar customer-facing sales role is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
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