Kia Brand Manager

Wessex Garages Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Gloucester is seeking a Kia Brand Manager. This role focuses on driving sales performance, coaching the sales team, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have proven management experience in a branded dealership and a strong customer-first approach. You will work 45.5 hours a week across Monday to Saturday, with benefits including a competitive salary, holiday allowance, and health support.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Company-backed pension scheme

Discounted car purchase programme

Wellbeing support services

Complimentary health benefits

Qualifications

• Energy and passion for the automotive industry.
• Track record of effective team management.
• Ability to analyze commercial information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the sales team in performance targets.
• Ensure best practices for customer satisfaction.
• Develop targeted sales strategies based on market trends.

Skills

Proven experience in management role

Strong team coaching abilities

Understanding of market influences

Customer-first mindset

Data-driven approach

Anticipating challenges

Job description

Kia Brand Manager Reference Number - 0123445567567

Location Gloucester

Salary Competitive plus bonus

At Wessex Garages, we’ve been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.

We’re proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust — values that are at the heart of everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced automotive professional to step into the role of Kia Brand Manager at our dealership in Gloucester.

In this key leadership role, you’ll be at the forefront of a dynamic, high-performing sales department. Your focus will be on driving sales performance, fostering a positive team environment, and ensuring every customer enjoys an exceptional experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading, coaching, and supporting the sales team to consistently meet and exceed performance targets.
• Championing outstanding customer satisfaction by ensuring best practices are followed and customer feedback is valued.
• Creating and delivering engaging sales events and campaigns that generate strong commercial results.
• Staying in tune with customer needs and market trends to develop targeted sales strategies.
• Collaborating with other departments to maintain accurate and up-to-date customer data.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who brings energy and a passion for the automotive industry. You’ll need:

• Proven experience in a similar management role within a branded car dealership.
• A strong track record of getting the best out of a team through coaching and clear communication.
• An understanding of local market influences and how they impact consumer behaviour.
• A customer-first mindset with a real appreciation for how service quality shapes brand reputation and business success.
• A data-driven approach, with the ability to scrutinize commercial information and act strategically.
• The foresight to anticipate challenges and the agility to respond effectively.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your automotive career and want to be part of a respected brand and a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key information

• Working Pattern: 45.5 hours a week across Mon – Sat (with a 1 hour lunch). Day off in lieu during the week. 8:30am – 6pm weekdays and 8:30am – 5pm on Saturdays. Sunday working required during March and September

Why join Wessex Garages? We’re committed to supporting our people with a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, reward loyalty, and enhance your overall experience at work:

• Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
• Pension Scheme – We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
• Exclusive Employee Schemes – Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
• Wellbeing Support – Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you’ll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
• Health Benefits – We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.
• Event Perks – As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.

Please note:

• Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

To see all our latest vacancies, please visit www.wessexgarages.com/recruitment

Reg Office: Pennywell Road, Bristol, Avon, BS5 0TT

Reg. Company Number: 2639755

VAT Reg. No. 567778570

Wessex Garages Holdings Limited is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary. Wessex Garages Holdings Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for consumer credit activity and our registration number is 535085. Permitted activities include acting as a credit broker not a lender. We can introduce you to a limited number of finance providers. We do not charge a fee for our Consumer Credit services. We do not act as a financial adviser, or fiduciary. We act in our own interest, whatever lender we introduce you to, we will typically receive commission from them based on either a fixed fee or a fixed percentage of the amount you borrow. Any and all commission amounts will be fully disclosed to you as part of your sales journey. You will be required to give your fully informed consent to our receipt of this commission. By doing this, you acknowledge that you understand our role as a credit broker, and that we will receive a financial incentive if you take out a loan from a lender that we introduce you to. All finance applications are subject to status, terms and conditions apply, UK residents only, 18s or over, Guarantees may be required.

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