Local Business Development Manager (LCV – Plymouth)

City West Country Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automotive company seeks an experienced Local Business Development Manager to enhance sales of new and used vehicles in Plymouth. The ideal candidate will possess at least three years of experience in sales, particularly within the motor industry, and will demonstrate a passion for the role. Attractive benefits include a commission scheme and considerable career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 Days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Commission scheme

Employee car scheme

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Career progression

Qualifications

• Strong motivation and effective communication skills.
• Understanding of finance products related to vehicle sales.
• Enthusiasm for the Motor Industry.

Responsibilities

• Promote sales of new and used light commercial vehicles to meet business targets.
• Develop relationships with customers and business partners.
• Administer finance and insurance products according to company standards.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Relationship Management

Product Knowledge

Job description

Experienced Local Business Development Manager - Mercedes-Benz of Plymouth

Salary: £25,000.00 per annum (OTE £52,500.00)

Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 (1 hour lunch break)

A little bit about us...

Mercedes-Benz South West are proud to be part of City West Country Limited, a privately owned enterprise with a rich history spanning over 3 decades in the motor industry. Our Mercedes-Benz business thrives across our 4 van dealerships in Exeter, Taunton, Plymouth and Truro.

About the role

At City West Country, we have recently embarked on an exciting new adventure by obtaining the New and Used Van Franchise! We therefore have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Local Business Development Manager to join our team in Estover, Plymouth. In this role you will be promoting the sales of new and used light commercial vehicles to meet business targets and developing relationships with customers and business partners.

What can we offer you?

• 25 Days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Commission scheme
• Employee car scheme
• Scottish Widows Salary sacrifice Pension Scheme available
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Benefits Hub with 1,000s of amazing deals on all brands employees love
• Life Assurance
• Excellent training and support
• Career progression
• Aspiring Managers programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Long Service awards

Local Business Development Manager responsibilities:

• Administers all finance and insurance products in line with the company and Mercedes- Benz standards and processes in addition to statutory requirements
• Communicates the CWC culture of quality and excellence
• Communicates with our marketing team to ensure vehicle information, specification and pricing is up to date
• Communicates and develops strong personal relationships with customers and business partners
• Offers sound advice and product knowledge to customers on vehicles, prices, specifications and technical data
• Assesses used Vans and conducts technical appraisals on part exchange vehicles
• Manage all customer leads to point of sale and delivery
• Run an efficient contact management diary, ensuring all leads are maximised
• Reviews customer satisfaction and implements improvements
• Communicates clearly, regularly and promptly with the customer, their line manager and colleagues

What's required from you?

• Demonstrates their enthusiasm and passion for selling within the Motor Industry
• Is highly motivated, articulate and communicates effectively
• Has sound knowledge of product and is trained in sales
• Enjoys exceeding customer expectation
• Has an understanding of finance products

We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a commitment to equality and fairness at the heart of our values and everyday practices and policies. We aim to recruit, nurture and retain a diverse workforce that reflect the diversity of our customer base.

Experience:

• Sales: 3 years (preferred)
• motor industry: 3 years (preferred)

Certificates:

• Full valid UK Driving License (essential)