Sales Manager (Used Cars) - #192771

Canterbury (Kent)

£60,000 OTE + Company Car

We are currently recruiting for a talented and experienced Sales Manager to join a successful franchised dealership in the Canterbury (Kent) area. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a high-performing individual to drive both used vehicle sales, lead a dynamic team, and deliver outstanding commercial results.

In This Role

• You’ll be responsible for managing and motivating a team of Sales Executives, ensuring outstanding customer experiences while hitting used car volume, finance, and insurance targets.
• You’ll lead by example – working closely with customers, managing escalations, and supporting team development through coaching, performance management, and recognition.
• You’ll collaborate with your General Sales Manager and colleagues across departments to deliver great commercial results and customer outcomes.
• You’ll play a key role in planning and delivering promotions, vehicle display and stock decisions, as well as managing financial forecasting and reporting.
  
  

We’re Looking For

• Someone with experience as a Sales Manager from the automotive industry, ideally with recent main dealership experience and a strong background in used car retailing.
• Someone who inspires confidence, builds strong relationships and holds their team accountable to high performance standards.
• Someone commercially minded, who can balance great customer service with business targets and operational efficiency.
  
  

What’s On Offer

• Competitive OTE of £60,000
• Company car
• Industry-leading benefits package
• Access to Perks at Work discounts
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Free on-site parking
  
  

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to take on a leadership role within a high-performing dealership, where you can make a real impact, drive business success, and further develop your career within the automotive sector.

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