Car Sales Executive
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £55,000 OTE
Benefits: Company Car
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:30am–6:00pm, with a day off during the week. Sunday, 10:30am–4:00pm, on a 1-in-5 rota.
Ready to turn your sales talent into serious earning potential?
Are you an experienced Car Sales Executive who knows how to build customer relationships, close deals and deliver results? Looking for an opportunity where your sales ability can translate into excellent earnings and long-term career development?
We're recruiting for a Car Sales Executive to join an established automotive dealership in Eastbourne, offering an OTE of £55,000 and a company car.
A minimum of two years' sales experience within the automotive industry is essential for this position. We're looking for a commercially driven sales professional who thrives on achieving targets, confidently negotiates deals and takes pride in delivering an outstanding customer experience.
If you have a proven background in automotive sales and are ready for your next career move, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
What's in it for you?
·£55,000 OTE – an attractive earning opportunity for a motivated sales professional.
·Company car included – an added benefit alongside your earnings.
·Full-time, permanent employment within an established dealership.
·A regular weekday off to help balance your working week.
·An established sales environment with opportunities to build customer relationships and generate repeat business.
·Career development opportunities within automotive sales.
·A supportive team environment where you can contribute to the dealership's success.
The Role – Car Sales Executive
You'll manage the complete vehicle sales journey, from the first customer enquiry through to the all-important handover. Using your product knowledge, communication skills and commercial awareness, you'll understand customer needs, recommend suitable vehicles and convert enquiries into successful sales.
Your responsibilities will include:
·Proactively selling new and used vehicles to achieve individual sales targets.
·Responding to enquiries, arranging appointments and converting leads into sales opportunities.
·Building rapport with customers and understanding their requirements, preferences and budgets.
·Conducting vehicle demonstrations and test drives, highlighting key features and benefits.
·Discussing appropriate finance packages, warranties and additional products.
·Negotiating confidently to maximise sales opportunities while protecting profitability.
·Following up with prospective customers and maintaining strong customer relationships.
·Completing sales administration and ensuring all documentation is accurate.
·Delivering excellent customer service to encourage repeat business and recommendations.
·Working collaboratively with the wider dealership team to achieve sales and customer satisfaction objectives.
About You – Essential Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:
·A minimum of two years' sales experience within the automotive industry.
·A proven track record of working towards and achieving sales targets.
·Strong communication, negotiation and closing skills.
·The ability to build trust and establish rapport with a wide range of customers.
·A confident, professional and commercially focused approach.
·The motivation to follow up leads, identify opportunities and generate sales.
·Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
·The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
·A full, valid UK driving licence.
We're looking for someone who is passionate about cars, motivated by success and committed to delivering a first-class customer experience.
Why make your next move?
With a £55,000 OTE, a company car and the opportunity to develop your automotive sales career, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales professional looking for their next challenge.
If you have the required automotive sales experience and the drive to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Car Sales Executive based in Eastbourne or the surrounding areas, get in touch today.
Don't have an up-to-date CV? No problem. Contact us for an initial conversation about the opportunity, your experience and your next career move.
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