Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and dynamic General Sales Manager to lead our sales team at Yeomans Honda Eastbourne with passion and precision.
In this pivotal role, you will drive sales growth, develop strategic customer relationships, and foster a high-performance environment that motivates your team to excel.
Your leadership will ensure we deliver exceptional customer experiences, achieve new and used car sales targets, maximise revenue opportunities, and uphold the dealership’s reputation for excellence.
If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and possess a strong background in car sales management this is your chance to make a significant impact in our business.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Leading the sales team, whilst also overseeing the efficient operation of the Aftersales Manager and the wider aftersales team.
Overseeing all aspects of the sales process, including prospecting, qualifying leads, presenting vehicles, upselling accessories and add-ons, and closing deals.
Ensuring all targets, KPIs, and Honda brand standards are met and consistently exceeded.
Setting objectives to maximise the profitability and performance of the sales department.
Developing sales department plans and budgets to achieve quarterly and annual targets.
Managing financial and operational controls across the department and wider dealership.
Responding swiftly to any customer complaints and ensure appropriate and timely resolutions are achieved.
Taking responsibility for recruitment and training plans within the dealership.
Requirements
A passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
A proven track record of running a successful sales department in a main dealer environment.
A strong understanding of the used car market, with experience of buying and maintaining used car stock and an excellent understanding of utilising the AutoTrader platform to maximise used car profitability and stock turn.
The ability to lead by example, and to manage and inspire the team to consistently exceed customer satisfaction, new and used volume and profitability objectives.
Experience of developing and monitoring budgets.
Strong communication and organisational skills with high levels of self-motivation.
Located within a 60 minute drive of our Eastbourne Honda dealership with a full UK driving licence.
Benefits
Competitive basic salary and uncapped profit share scheme.
Fully expensed company car.
25 days annual leave and 8 bank / public holidays.
Private medical insurance.
Death in service life insurance.
Discount on vehicles, servicing, and parts for immediate family.
Gym membership discounts.
Qualifications
At least 2 years proven experience in car sales management is essential.
Demonstrated success in upselling products or services to maximise revenue per customer interaction.
Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency in CRM software platforms for tracking leads, managing customer data, and generating reports.
The ability to lead a team with enthusiasm, foster collaboration, and drive results through motivating leadership practices.
Yeomans Honda is widely recognised as one of the very the best UK dealer groups, having won the Honda UK Group of the Year and Retailer of the Year awards every year for the last 10 years. Join us as a General Sales Manager at our successful Eastbourne dealership, where your expertise will inspire your team to reach new heights! We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where innovation thrives and every employee’s contribution is valued.
Pay: £75,000.00-£85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Profit sharing
Application question(s):
- Do you live within a 60 minute drive of our Eastbourne Honda dealership?
- Do you hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 current penalty points?
- Do you have at least 2 years experience as a Sales Manager or General Manager within a franchised car dealership?
Work Location: In person
