Car Sales Manager
| Posting date: | 23 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2026 |
| Location: | Newport, Wales, NP19 4QX |
| Company: | Perfect Placement UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59763928 |
Summary
Exciting Career Opportunity for a New Car Sales Manager in Newport
Are you an experienced sales leader with a passion for the automotive industry? Our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Newport, is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated New Car Sales Manager to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary package, uncapped earning potential, and excellent career development prospects, all within a well-established dealership group across Southwest England and South Wales.
Benefits:
- Starting basic salary of £40,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
- Uncapped, realistic on-target earnings exceeding £60,000 annually
- Personal company car
- 30 days holiday entitlement, plus holiday pay for bank holidays worked
- Full manufacturer-accredited training and ongoing development programmes
- Access to workplace pension scheme
- Staff purchase discounts and additional staff benefits
- Long-term career progression within a large, reputable dealership group
- Average 5-day working week with no Sunday work required, except during March and September
- Working hours from 8:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, with a half-day Saturday (8:30am to 5:00pm) and one late shift per week
Duties of a Car Sales Manager:
- Lead, coach, and motivate a team of three New Car Sales Executives to achieve individual and team sales targets
- Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring excellent service standards and advocating customer feedback
- Develop and implement engaging sales campaigns and events to optimise commercial outcomes
- Stay informed of market trends and customer needs to formulate effective sales strategies
- Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate management of customer data
- Lead by example to foster a high-performance sales environment and uphold brand values
- Maintain current and valid UK driving licence with minimal points
Requirements:
- Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved automotive dealership
- Preferably experienced in a busy, high-volume brand or dealership environment
- Strong F&I background is desirable
- Stable employment history demonstrating success in sales leadership roles
- Car Sales Managers should lead from the front with a focus on customer satisfaction and team performance
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A proactive attitude and hands-on approach to management
- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, results-driven New Car Sales Manager to join a respected dealership and make a significant impact on their business. If you possess the necessary experience and are looking for a rewarding career move, we encourage you to apply.
Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Newport and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Manager opportunity.
Are you an experienced sales leader with a passion for the automotive industry? Our client, a reputable multi-franchise approved car dealership in Newport, is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated New Car Sales Manager to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary package, uncapped earning potential, and excellent career development prospects, all within a well-established dealership group across Southwest England and South Wales.
Benefits:
- Starting basic salary of £40,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
- Uncapped, realistic on-target earnings exceeding £60,000 annually
- Personal company car
- 30 days holiday entitlement, plus holiday pay for bank holidays worked
- Full manufacturer-accredited training and ongoing development programmes
- Access to workplace pension scheme
- Staff purchase discounts and additional staff benefits
- Long-term career progression within a large, reputable dealership group
- Average 5-day working week with no Sunday work required, except during March and September
- Working hours from 8:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, with a half-day Saturday (8:30am to 5:00pm) and one late shift per week
Duties of a Car Sales Manager:
- Lead, coach, and motivate a team of three New Car Sales Executives to achieve individual and team sales targets
- Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring excellent service standards and advocating customer feedback
- Develop and implement engaging sales campaigns and events to optimise commercial outcomes
- Stay informed of market trends and customer needs to formulate effective sales strategies
- Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate management of customer data
- Lead by example to foster a high-performance sales environment and uphold brand values
- Maintain current and valid UK driving licence with minimal points
Requirements:
- Proven sales management experience within a franchise-approved automotive dealership
- Preferably experienced in a busy, high-volume brand or dealership environment
- Strong F&I background is desirable
- Stable employment history demonstrating success in sales leadership roles
- Car Sales Managers should lead from the front with a focus on customer satisfaction and team performance
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A proactive attitude and hands-on approach to management
- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, results-driven New Car Sales Manager to join a respected dealership and make a significant impact on their business. If you possess the necessary experience and are looking for a rewarding career move, we encourage you to apply.
Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Newport and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Car Sales Manager opportunity.