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As Riverside Motor Group continues to grow, so do our opportunities. Riverside Motor Group is looking for an experienced Sales Manager at our Volvo site in Hull to lead our Sales team to the next level.

Are you a dynamic and results-driven sales professional with a proven track record of exceeding targets? Do you possess exceptional leadership skills and a passion for driving a high-performing sales team to success? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We offer full‑time hours with an OTE of £65k.

Established in 1982, we are an independently owned business that prides itself on outstanding customer service in our award-winning dealerships located in Doncaster, Wakefield, Barnsley, Hull, and Leeds. Our dealerships are recognised by their respective car manufacturers as offering the highest standards of customer service and care.

As authorised Volvo, SEAT, CUPRA, Honda & Used Car dealers we have specialist Sales Executives, Aftersales Advisors, and Technicians to assist our customers with any query that they may have.

We constantly seek to attract highly motivated individuals that want to work as part of a team and share in the commitment, responsibility, accountability, and discipline required to achieve our vision.

As the Sales Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing and motivating the sales team, driving growth and profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will work closely with the dealership management team to develop and execute sales strategies while maintaining strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

You’ll be a natural problem solver who constantly seeks to improve the way we do things by utilising your motor trade experience, and by motivating and engaging with the team.

• Champion Core Competencies, policies, and procedures in all duties and interactions with all stakeholders.
• Responsible for the profit and loss of the Sales department, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost control measures. Ensure financial goals are met and aligned with the strategic objectives.
• Lead, manage, and train the automotive sales team, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure individual and team success.
• Set sales targets and goals for the team, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies, tactics, and promotional campaigns to increase vehicle sales and market share.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of industry changes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring their needs are met and providing exceptional service throughout the sales process.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as finance, service, and marketing, to streamline processes and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Manage the vehicle inventory, ensuring an adequate supply of vehicles to meet customer demands and maximise sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with automotive manufacturers and suppliers to negotiate favourable terms, pricing, and promotional support.
• Monitor and analyse sales data, including market share, sales performance, and customer feedback, to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate measures.
• Ensure compliance with dealership policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
• Stay updated on automotive industry trends, new vehicle models, features, and technologies through continuous learning and training.
• Create a high-performing team by inspiring and motivating, providing recognition and constructive feedback, and engaging in people processes such as onboarding, appraisals, one-to-ones, and other performance procedures.
• Accurately record team logins, holidays, and other absences on Chronicle.
• Ensure all mandatory and brand training is completed within specified time frames.
• Establish and build positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Undertake all identified training and development set by the Company.

This list is not exhaustive

• Strong leadership skills
• Strategic thinking
• Influence and negotiation
• Drive to succeed

You must also hold a full UK driving licence.

Join our team and be a driving force behind our continued success! If you are a proactive and strategic sales leader ready to make an impact, we invite you to apply.

• Company car
• Sick pay
• Bonus
• Refer a Friend
• CBS
• Free tea and coffee
• Cycle to Work
• Career opportunities across the Group

Riverside Motor Group is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse team is what ensures we are ahead of the game. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, and we do not tolerate such discrimination by anyone working for or with us.

• Full-time, Permanent

• Up to £65,000.00 per year
• Company car
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

• Hull, HU13 9PB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)