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Overview : Ford Gateshead

Contract Type : Permanent

Basic Salary : £25,000 plus Uncapped Commission Scheme!

Working hours : Monday to Friday 09 : 00 to 18 : 00, and only 1 in 4 Saturdays 09 : 00 to 13 : 00

Lookers Ford Gateshead is recruiting for an ambitious and passionate Sales Executive to join our hard-working and friendly team on site. Specialising in Commercial Vehicle sales, you will work alongside our sales team to provide Lookers first class customer service.

Joining our enthusiastic Sales Executives, you will be a team player with exceptional communication skills to build rapport with colleagues and customers. You will report to Kristian Trout (Sales Manager) at the dealership who will help impact your knowledge and experience along with the team allowing you to develop your skills and establish a strong career within the industry. You will also be provided with our in-house sales training and continuous support from our established Sales Executives - this is an incredible opportunity which is not to be missed!

Responsibilities :

• Communicating with customers via email, telephone and in person
• Suggesting suitable vehicles based on customer needs
• Arranging and accompanying customers on test drives
• Negotiating the final price for the sale
• Completing the relevant paperwork for each sale
• Liaising with all dealership departments to ensure a smooth and efficient Sales process

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be self-motivated to crack on with the job and passionate about what they do. You will be expected to hit targets so being ambitious and hard-working is essential.

Previous experience in a similar position with brand training within the motor trade would be preferred but not essential as we are always on the look-out for new / fresh talent to join our teams. You will hold a full UK driving license as you may be expected to drive some of the most prestigious cars on the market!

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch. Or, if you require further information about this vacancy, please email [email protected]

About us :

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to the business which is why we are continually working to provide a market leading rewards and benefits package.

Competitive salaries with clear pay scales in place as you develop

Generous annual leave allowance that increases with length of service

Eligibility to join one of our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity leave, adoption leave (6 months full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)

Critical illness cover after 2 years plus life assurance and free will writing service

Techscheme where you can get the latest tech for less and spread the cost, eye care scheme and discounted shopping vouchers

Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health giving employees and their immediate families access to 24 / 7 GP services to support well being

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive a driver's licence check will also be carried out.#J-18808-Ljbffr