TPS

TPS Parts Sales Executive Who are TPS? TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with the high-quality Genuine Parts and products which customers need to ensure they can service and repair Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group along with Audi, SEAT, KODA, Volkswagen passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles. TPS is a national network of TPS Centres with a 1,500-strong national workforce and a management team that prides itself on creating an environment that offers our people a motivating and inclusive workplace where they are recognised and rewarded and are encouraged to go on a journey of Learning and Development. Nationally launched as a new brand concept in 2006, TPS is based on an Agency Model; this means that Centres stock and sell on behalf of Volkswagen Group UK. TPS has continued to experience rapid growth both financially and in the number of Centres opened nationwide. About the Role What will you be doing? As a Parts Sales Executive you will be working with the Sales Manager and team to deliver and achieve the business plan and sales objectives of the Centre Achieve personal KPIs and revenue objectives with target customers Accurately identify parts to meet the customer sales requirements Utilise all product promotions effectively to achieve specific targets set Identify and leverage potential sales opportunities within customer base Maintain own product knowledge and awareness of competitor activity Build strong working relationships with customers through regular contact with them on the phone and via face to face visits Provide a high level of service to customers - through understanding their requirements, responding to requests, progressing orders and providing expert advice Provide timely communication to customer on their credit status Assist, liaise with and support the TPS Centre team to ensure good working relationships and delivery of excellent customer service Work with the Sales Manager and others to achieve sales targets and provide a joined-up approach to sales Handle incoming calls and customer enquiries within KPIs, using the approved greeting Ensure the proper and accurate use of all systems to search and order parts Complete all required documentation accurately and promptly Deal with all cash and credit card transactions in line with TPS Guidelines in the Operations Manual Requirements What are we looking for? A self-starter with a proven track record in building strong relationships and achieving sales targets in a B2B environment Confident and capable communicator with proven experience of selling in a fast paced and/or telesales environment Passion for providing a great customer service experience Excellent communication skills both verbally and written with the ability to build strong relationships with all key stakeholders A team player with the drive and determination to achieve individual and sales targets on a weekly & monthly basis Excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping IT literate, preferably with a good working knowledge of MS Excel A passion for the automotive industry JBRP1_UKTJ

TPS Parts Sales Executive Who are TPS? TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with the high-quality Genuine Parts and products which customers need to ensure they can service and repair Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group along with Audi, SEAT, KODA, Volkswagen passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles click apply for full job details

TPS Centre Manager Who are TPS? TPS provides independent garages and bodyshops with the high-quality Genuine Parts and products which customers need to ensure they can service and repair Volkswagen Group vehicles. TPS is part of the Volkswagen Group along with Audi, SEAT, KODA, Volkswagen passenger cars and Commercial Vehicles. TPS is a national network of TPS Centres with a 1,500-strong national workforce and a management team that prides itself on creating an environment that offers our people a motivating and inclusive workplace where they are recognised and rewarded and are encouraged to go on a journey of Learning and Development. Nationally launched as a new brand concept in 2006, TPS is based on an Agency Model; this means that Centres stock and sell on behalf of Volkswagen Group UK. TPS has continued to experience rapid growth both financially and in the number of Centres opened nationwide. About the Role What will you be doing? As Centre Manager you will be responsible for leading, managing and motivating your TPS team to deliver and achieve the business plans and objectives of the Centre, to ensure excellence in customer service, to develop strategic plans and ensure all processes are in place to run a successful TPS Centre. Ensure that the Centre targets and business objectives are achieved Translate overall sales targets into departmental targets and, with first line management, set challenging but achievable goals Ensure the team is motivated, recognised and incentivised Create Personal Development Plans, monitor progress and provide developmental or corrective support where required Create a Manpower Plan for your centre and put a succession plan in place Create and maintain a customer centric culture in the business Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction via the team Work within the identified sales strategy to increase sales revenues within the team to devise and implement sales plans Regularly monitor business performance. Identify opportunities for improvement and take action for any deviations Analyse internal and external market data to develop an understanding of the potential sales opportunities Work to achieve agreed business plan and budget controlling costs within agreed parameters including Gross Margin levels Ensure compliance with business standards and processes, financial, legal and ethical guidelines (including Warranty) Maintain an effective relationship with all stakeholders Ensure the overall security of the stock and premises Requirements What are we looking for? Proven ability or aptitude for leading and motivating a team to achieve business targets in a B2B environment A passion for providing a great customer service experience and the automotive industry Possess the ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with key stakeholders Be experienced at devising strategies and implementing plans The ability to provide an exceptional customer service experience Ability to plan strategies and activities to grow and develop a business Be sales focussed and results orientated Have a high degree of IT literacy and a proficient user of MS Office Management experience JBRP1_UKTJ