Car Sales Executive

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Car Sales Executive to join our Honda Dealership in Northampton.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Automotive Sales industry; motor trade experience is not required to be considered and we welcome all backgrounds and experience. Ideally, you will have experience in a sales environment but are looking to Listers for better career and reward opportunities.

The hours of work are Monday to Saturday with a day off in the week and Sundays on a rota basis (Monday to Friday hours rotate between 8am-5pm & 9am-6pm. Saturdays are 9am-5pm and Sundays 10am-4pm).

Benefits include use of a company car and an OTE of £55,000.

As a Sales Executive with Listers, you’ll ensure that every customer feels unique by understanding exactly where and how our vehicles fit into their life. It’s all about matching the person to the right car and ensuring they have the features and add-ons to suit. From financing to contracts, you’ll aim for total customer satisfaction right through the process.

Role and Responsibilities

• You will build trust, communicate effectively, and exceed our customers' expectations through qualification and creating an effective first impression.
• Maximise opportunities through prospecting, following-up calls, inbound telephone enquiries, walk-in prospects, and internet enquiries.
• Maximise profit by achieving the monthly KPIs for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add-on products.
• Adhere to the Company's FCA and data protection obligations by accurately collecting all customer contact and vehicle data to maximise the quality and content of the customer database.

About You

• This may suit someone who has previously worked as a car sales executive, retail manager, or sales manager.
• You will be able to demonstrate an ability and record of achieving and exceeding targets.
• The ability to quickly establish and build rapport with our customers.
• Hold the potential to forge a successful career in the industry.
• You will hold a valid UK driver's licence.
• Motor trade, automotive, or car dealership experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Wellness Programme
• Sick Pay
• Group life insurance
• Staff discount on car servicing
• Listers Benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Staff referral scheme
• In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications
• Company Events

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group stands as one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. Our success has been a product of the fantastic people that work for us. This is recognised by representing some of the world’s most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk, and Yorkshire. We support employees in all areas of the business, whatever your aspirations might be, so if you are looking for a career within the motor trade, automotive, or car dealership sector, then please apply today.