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Sales Executive - Skoda Colchester


If you are looking for a fun environment where learning is continuous, look no further than Skoda Colchester.


As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll broaden your experience across both sites and brands (VW and Skoda).


This is a brand-new show room where opportunities to grow with the company are endless.


On Offer

Basic salary of 24,000 plus company vehicle, commission and bonus offers. Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge. Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts. Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers. Plan for the years ahead with a company pension scheme. Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter. Commute for less with their cycle-to-work scheme. Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family. 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily. Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community. Invest in your future with their company share purchase plan. Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team. Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone. Life assurance with the option to increase cover.

The Job

Guide customers through a seamless journey, from the initial welcome to negotiation and the handover of their purchased vehicle. Actively prospect for new customers via telephone, attend product launches and events, as this is a new dealership, you will be creating your own candidate database. Maintain in-depth product knowledge and continuously enhance expertise through manufacturer-led training sessions. Recommend suitable add-on products that align with customer needs and preferences. Ensure the effective use of customer enquiry management systems for optimal tracking and follow-up. Deliver outstanding customer service that fosters loyalty and encourages referrals.

About You

You will need previous car sales experience for this busy site. Ability to deliver first-class customer service with energy and enthusiasm. A genuine interest in helping customers and contributing to the team's success. Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, with excellent attention to detail. Exceptional listening and communication skills, focused on understanding customer needs. Must hold a valid UK driving licence.

Our Process


When applying, please include a full current CV. Once this has been reviewed, we will be in touch to advise if your application will be progressed through to the next stage. The Riverside Resourcing & Consultancy recruitment process reflects our obligations under relevant UK legislation. Whilst all applications are carefully considered, we are only able to progress applications from candidates who have the right to work in the United Kingdom.


Managing your data


We care about your personal data. The General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control, and by applying to us, we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process. Your application data is held within our secure applicant tracking system through hireful - you will be given access to a candidate zone in this system where you can monitor and manage your application and see status updates. We will communicate with you by email or phone throughout the recruitment process so that we can keep you updated regarding your application.