Pybus Recruitment
Sales Manager
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Used Car Sales Manager
Bristo
Compensation
- Competitive Basic Salary
- OTE £70,000
- Company Car + Excellent Benefits
About the Role
Pybus Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established automotive retailer in Bristol for an experienced Used Car Sales Manager to lead a successful used car operation and drive performance through a high-performing sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious automotive sales professional looking to join a progressive business offering strong earning potential, career development, and long-term career growth.
The Role
As Used Car Sales Manager, you will take full responsibility for leading a controlled and compliant sales process through a team of Business Managers, Sales Executives, and support colleagues. With a strong focus on coaching, motivation, and customer experience, you will lead from the front, maintaining hands-on involvement in sales activity and customer interaction.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading, developing, and motivating a high-performing used car sales team
- Driving sales of used vehicles, finance products, GAP insurance, and associated products
- Managing first and second-facing activity to maximize performance and customer satisfaction
- Delivering sales campaigns and promotions to meet volume and profitability targets
- Ensuring all activity is conducted in line with FCA regulations and company standards
- Maintaining the highest levels of customer experience and ethical selling
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Compliance & Values
It is essential that management teams consistently demonstrate behaviors that deliver positive outcomes for customers. You will be expected to act with integrity at all times, setting high standards within the dealership and operating in a customer-centric environment.
You will play a key role in promoting responsible business practices, ensuring customers receive the right products and services to meet their needs while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and professionalism.
To protect customers and maintain business standards, successful candidates may be required to undertake a DBS check, along with other pre-employment screening and reference checks.
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If you're an experienced automotive sales leader looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking and customer-focused business, we'd love to hear from you.
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A full UK driving licence is required. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, which may include employment history verification, address and credit checks, driving licence validation, and, where applicable, a criminal record check.
To apply or find out more, contact Pybus Recruitment today.
Requirements
We are looking for a proven Sales Manager from within the automotive sector who can demonstrate strong commercial results through effective leadership and team development.
You will have:
- A successful track record in vehicle sales management
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with a coaching mindset
- The ability to improve sales performance, profitability, and operational efficiency
- Excellent communication, organization, and influencing skills
- A customer-focused and values-driven approach
Benefits
Benefits may include:
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company car
- Pension scheme
- Staff vehicle purchase scheme
- Retail discounts and reward platform
- Preferential service and maintenance rates
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
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