Job Description
Sales Executive / Trainee
Location: PortsmouthJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeSalary: £25,000 - £55,000 OTE (Uncapped)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and customer-focused individual to join a busy automotive dealership in Portsmouth as a Sales Executive.
This role is ideal for someone looking to either develop a career in automotive sales or build on existing dealership experience within a supportive, high-performing environment.
Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for candidates with strong sales or customer-facing backgrounds who are eager to learn and succeed.
The Role
You'll be responsible for guiding customers through the full sales journey-from initial enquiry to vehicle handover-while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Build rapport with customers, understanding their needs and recommending suitable vehicles
- Deliver engaging vehicle demonstrations and test drives
- Negotiate pricing, finance options, and payment methods within company guidelines
- Manage the full sales process, including order placement and maintaining accurate records
- Liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth vehicle preparation and delivery
- Follow up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and encourage repeat business
- Proactively generate new business through calls, leads, and existing relationships
- Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance product knowledge
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a seamless customer experience
About You
- Previous sales or customer-facing experience is essential
- Automotive experience is preferred, but not essential
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Driven, target-focused, and motivated to succeed
- Eager to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment
- Organised with good attention to detail
- IT literate (Microsoft Office and CRM systems)
- Full UK driving licence required
Working Hours
- 5-day working week (including weekends)
- Weekday day off (rotational)
- Weekend rota including Sundays and bank holidays
- Typical hours between 08:30 - 18:00 (shorter hours on weekends)
What's on Offer
- £25,000 - £55,000 OTE with uncapped earning potential
- Full training and ongoing development
- Clear progression opportunities within the automotive sector
- 30 days holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Additional birthday leave
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Employee assistance programme
- Staff discounts and referral bonuses
Apply Now
If you're a driven individual with a passion for sales and customer service and you're looking to build a long-term career, apply now!
