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Car Sales Executive

Job details
Posting date: 16 April 2026
Salary: £20,000 to £55,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 May 2026
Location: Rochdale, North West, OL16 5AS
Company: Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59707013

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Summary

Our client, a reputable automotive dealership in Rochdale, is seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive to join their team.

If you are an experienced Sales Executive with a passion for cars and delivering exceptional customer service, this opportunity is perfect for advancing your motor trade career.

The role of a Sales Executive at this dealership offers excellent earning potential, ongoing training, and a supportive environment focused on success.

Benefits:

- Competitive basic salary starting at £20,000 per annum
- Realistic OTE of up to £55,000 with commission
- Company vehicle provided for work-related purposes
- Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days, increasing with service to 30 days
- Annual pay reviews with potential increases up to £1,000
- Specialist automotive sales training courses
- Supportive team environment prioritising customer satisfaction
- Participation in employee car schemes (subject to eligibility)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and accessories

Duties:

- Greeting and engaging with walk-in customers, internet leads, and renewal clients to identify their needs
- Presenting vehicles confidently using extensive product knowledge to promote test drives
- Managing the complete sales process, including negotiations, part-exchange assessments, and finance options within FCA regulations
- Collaborating with management to ensure vehicle availability and delivery timelines are met
- Personally handing over vehicles, introducing customers to aftersales teams, and maintaining long-term relationships
- Proactively seeking new sales opportunities through prospecting and database management
- Achieving a minimum of 13 units sold each month as Sales Executive
- Following up post-sale to ensure customer satisfaction and foster loyalty

Requirements:

- Proven success in a sales environment, ideally within automotive or retail sectors
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Motivated to meet and exceed sales targets
- Team player with a positive attitude and professional approach
- Stable employment history
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong passion for cars and delivering outstanding customer experiences

This Sales Executive role is an excellent opportunity for driven individuals to develop their careers in automotive sales. If you are eager to join a forward-thinking dealership as a Sales Executive and grow within the industry, this position is ideal for you.

Contact Paul Martin, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Rochdale and Greater Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for connecting talented individuals with the best roles in the automotive industry. If you want to improve your career and hear about more motor trade jobs in Rochdale and nearby areas, please contact us today.

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