Sales Manager

Location Stockton-on-Tees
Discipline: Dealership
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££35k - 55k per year
Contact name: Howard Spanjar

Contact email: howard.spanjar@autoskills-uk.com
Job ref: JO0000053378
Published: about 6 hours ago
Startdate: 11/03/2026

Sales Manager - New or Used Cars
Location: Stockton
Salary: £35,000 Basic | OTE: £55,000
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 1 in 2 Sundays, with a day off during the week
 
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sales Manager to join a successful dealership in Stockton. This opportunity is open to candidates with experience managing either a New Car or Used Car department, with the chance to lead a high-performing sales team and drive both volume and profitability.
 
This is a fantastic role for a motivated automotive professional who can inspire a team, manage performance, and ensure the department operates efficiently while delivering exceptional customer service.
 
Responsibilities of a Sales Manager
·Reporting to the General Sales Manager
·Leading, motivating and developing a team of Sales Executives
·Driving vehicle sales, finance penetration and overall department profitability
·Structuring and approving deals to maximise margin
·Monitoring daily sales performance and departmental KPIs
·Managing stock levels and ensuring effective stock turn
·Ensuring FCA compliance and manufacturer standards are met
·Supporting recruitment, training and development of sales staff
·Maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and retention
 
Skills and Experience Required
·Previous experience as a Sales Manager within a franchised main dealer
·Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving profitability
·Strong leadership and people management skills
·Commercially aware with strong deal structuring ability
·Excellent communication and customer service skills
·Full UK Manual Driving Licence
 
Benefits
·Company Car
·Employee Discounts
·Health Cash Plan
·High Street Discounts

If you are an experienced Automotive Sales Manager looking for your next opportunity in Stockton, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Howard at Auto Skills UK and quote the job reference number 53378