Job Description

BATCHELORS RIPON

GENERAL SALES MANAGER REQUIRED

We are looking for an experienced, exceptional, motivated and target orientated General Sales Manager. This is an opportunity to become part of an exciting and expanding family business.

This is a full time role working Monday to Friday 8.45 am to 6.00 pm and Saturday 8.45 am to 5.00 pm with a day off during the week. The business is closed every Sunday (apart from New Car Events) and Bank Holidays.

As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on our

TLC, not PLC

philosophy, and we are looking for individuals who embrace our

Batchelors I-Can Attitude

: the belief that with the right mindset, we can achieve anything together. Join our team and become part of an environment where you're treated like family and encouraged to grow.

The successful individual will need understanding of the values required to deal with both premium and volume car products along with customers who have chosen us because of our TLC not PLC ethos. They will also need to be able to motivate and progress the sales staff at the branch with a positive and encouraging approach to make sure targets are exceeded and customers receive the highest level of customer service at all times.

You need to have entrepreneurial flair, be a self-starter and happy to manage all aspects of a car sales department.

Duties and Key Functions / Responsibilities of General Sales Manager:

Hold professional sales meetings each day Walk the site and showroom with an 'eyes open' approach Understand the need for regular 1-to-1 coaching with the sales team Hold regular diary reviews and look into the details of the comments Manage branch and staff KPIs Purchase and manage your own used car and new car stock. Used car purchases from numerous sources. Develop close profession relationship with Manufacturer Representatives Work within and ensure staff are also working within franchise framework and standards Develop and train sales team. Interact with customers to ensure they receive 'the best' experience Work closely with administration and management teams Seek to generate new business from both retail and fleet activity Raise the profile of the business through every interaction with colleagues and customers

We Offer:

Basic salary of 45,000 and bonus structure Company Car Preferential service rates for family vehicles 30 days holiday (incl. bank hols) Long service holiday entitlements Your birthday off (after qualifying period) Day off each week Full training programme and brand onboarding Supportive, people-first culture - we live by TLC, not PLC!
Previous automotive experience is essential for this role. You must have held a Sales Manager or General Manager type position to be considered.

What are you waiting for? Apply now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person