Sales Executive - Esplanade

Breeze Motor Company Ltd; Cowes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Cowes is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. You will represent prestigious car brands and are expected to achieve sales targets for vehicles and accessories. Training will be provided to enhance your skills. The role includes proactive prospecting and high-quality sales presentations, requiring strong communication and organisational skills. A competitive remuneration package and comprehensive training opportunities await.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Vibrant working environment

Comprehensive continuous brand training

Pension scheme

Discount scheme

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive sales, main dealer experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and use own initiative.
• Friendly and professional demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed sales targets for vehicles and accessories.
• Proactively prospect for new vehicle sales opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality sales presentations.

Skills

Experience within automotive sales

Highly driven and self-motivated

Outstanding organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Computer skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Salary & OTE:£20,000 to £40,000 per annum

Location:Esplanade, Isle of Wight

Job type:Permanent, full time

Are you looking to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced sales environment where you’ll representing some of the world’s most iconic car brands?

We are looking for an experienced Sales Executive to join our Multi-franchise dealership in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight.

In this role, you’ll represent six exceptional brands that include Volvo, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Cupra and Smart.

This diverse role offers variety and growth, with recognised training from these industry leading brands that will enhance your product knowledge and sales skills.

Bring your passion for automotive excellence and we’ll provide you with the training, and development opportunities to drive your career forward.

Why Join Van Mossel Esplanade?

We are proud to be part of Van Mossel Automotive Group; an award winning, people oriented, family-owned business that has gained global recognition over a 77-year tenure in the automotive industry.

Van Mossel now operates in over 7 countries and have been named as one of the leading automotive companies in Europe.

At Van Mossel Esplanade, we believe it’s our people who set us apart and drive our company forward as we continue to grow. If you’d like to be part of our journey, you will receive an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A competitive remuneration package
• A vibrant and professional working environment
• Comprehensive and continuous brand training
• Contributed Company pension scheme
• Discount scheme offering online discounts at various stores, restaurants and gyms
• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays

Package:

• Hours:Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 6.00pm, Saturdays: 8.30am - 5.00pm (set day off in the week) NO SUNDAYS
• Experience within automotive sales, main dealer experience would be an advantage
• Highly driven and self-motivated individual, with a passion for achieving results
• Friendly, professional, and courteous demeanour
• Outstanding organisational skills with attention to detail
• Computer skills are essential
• Ability to use own initiative and multi-task
• Full UK driving licence

Job Description:

• Achieve agreed sales targets for new and used vehicles, accessories, finance products, and extended warranties
• Proactively prospect for new and used vehicle sales opportunities
• Prepare and deliver high-quality sales presentations, including greeting, qualification, objection handling, demonstrations, closing, and handover
• Refer qualified prospects to the Business Manager for financial products
• Use structured daily, weekly, and monthly follow-up programmes to generate repeat and new business
• Support high levels of customer retention through excellent communication and professional vehicle handovers
• Maintain full product knowledge of all vehicles, accessories, prices, and key competitor features
• Handle customer queries and complaints promptly and professionally, escalating to the Sales Manager when necessary
• Ensure new and used vehicles are attractively displayed, correctly specified, and supported with up-to-date brochures, price lists, and finance information
• Maintain the used car display to the highest standard and update the valet programme daily
• Produce accurate reports on sales activity, prospecting, presentations, new clients, and forecasts
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and complete all sales and financial paperwork promptly
• Carry out accurate part-exchange appraisals using a structured appraisal method, agreeing valuations with the Sales Manager and negotiating effectively

Joining Van Mossel Esplanade will provide a challenging and rewarding role with plenty of room for self-development, in line with the Van Mossel motto ‘Driven. By you. For you.’

Does this sound like the company for you?

Apply now – we look forward to meeting you!