General Sales Manager

A rare and exciting opportunity is available for a General Sales Manager at Lloyd BMW Newcastle retailer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for business growth. The right candidate will have the ability to drive and develop a large team along with increasing sales performance, whilst being conscious of delivering the highest level of customer service.

Your duties will include:

• Inspire your team and provide strong leadership to effectively manage and maximise productivity.
• Ensure delivery of excellent customer service within all areas of responsibility.
• Deliver results by achieving sales targets and maximising profit in all areas of responsibility.
• Translate business strategy into operational plans for new and used car sales.
• Develop and agree sales plans and budgets, including new cars, used cars and accessories and all related items, to achieve marketing, sales and financial targets.
• Implement effective policies and procedures in order to maximise sales opportunities.
• Work effectively with all other key personnel within the retailer to establish and implement best practice and ensure our customers receive exceptional customer service.
• Ensure full compliance to FCA guidelines on the selling of financial services products by all relevant staff.

• Experience within the motor industry at Management level
• Commercial awareness and financial analysis
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to lead and manage a large sales team
• IT literate with a full UK driving licence.

About Lloyd Motor Group:

Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group has supported drivers and their families for nearly half a century. As a trusted partner to BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Kia, Volvo, INEOS, BMW Motorrad and Honda Motorcycles, we have built lasting relationships with the world's leading automotive brands. Equipped with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, our team of dedicated industry professionals are market leaders in supporting customers with their vehicle needs. We provide premium automotive experiences from thirty-three state-of-the-art retail and service centres across Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, the North East and the Scottish Borders. The company is family-owned and now employs over 1,200 people, all dedicated to providing exceptional service standards and attention to detail on which we have built our reputation.

Rewards and Benefits:

As well as a competitive salary and a company car, we offer the following benefits:

• 30 days holiday a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
• Highstreet discounts
• Childcare vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Free flu jabs.
• Internal and manufacturer training.

To apply for this position, please click on the link below to submit your CV.