Role Details
Car Sales Executive, Premium Automotive Retail
Location: Isle of Man (Relocation Required)
Package: Competitive, dependent upon experience, with significant performance-related earning potential
The Opportunity
Our client is a highly regarded name within the Premium Automotive Retail sector and is seeking an accomplished Brand Manager to join their established sales operation.
This is an opportunity for an experienced automotive sales professional who combines a strong commercial instinct with an exceptional approach to customer engagement. The successful individual will take ownership of the complete customer journey, from initial prospecting and relationship development through to vehicle presentation, negotiation and delivery.
The role encompasses both new and pre-owned vehicle sales, with a strong emphasis on achieving commercial objectives while delivering the level of service expected within a premium automotive environment.
Candidates must have the unrestricted right to live and work in the Isle of Man without requiring employer sponsorship or support.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a high-quality portfolio of existing and prospective customers, generating repeat business and referrals through proactive relationship management
- Manage the full sales process from initial enquiry and qualification through to negotiation, order, finance and vehicle handover
- Consistently deliver against agreed monthly objectives across new and pre-owned vehicle sales
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through structured prospecting, networking and follow-up activity
- Build a detailed understanding of each customer’s requirements and provide a highly personalised buying experience
- Maximise opportunities across vehicle, finance and associated revenue streams while maintaining strong customer satisfaction and retention
- Manage enquiries and correspondence promptly and professionally, ensuring that all administration and documentation is completed accurately
- Maintain a detailed knowledge of the relevant product portfolio, market developments and competitor activity
- Work closely with colleagues and wider dealership functions to ensure an exceptional end-to-end customer experience
- Contribute positively to the wider commercial performance and reputation of the business
Candidate Profile
We are seeking an established automotive sales professional with a demonstrable track record within a premium or prestige retail environment
The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in automotive vehicle sales, with a consistent record of commercial achievement
- Strong new and used vehicle sales experience
- A sophisticated, consultative approach to customer engagement and relationship management
- Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- A commercially driven and highly self-motivated approach
- The confidence and presentation standards required to represent a premium automotive proposition
- Strong attention to detail across customer administration and sales processes
- A genuine enthusiasm for the automotive sector and a commitment to delivering an outstanding customer experience
- A full, valid driving licence
- Experience of working within a recognised automotive dealer management system
The Package
Our client is offering a highly competitive remuneration package designed to attract an established automotive sales professional, including:
- Competitive basic salary, dependent upon experience
- Attractive and uncapped performance-related earning potential
- Enhanced guaranteed earnings during the initial onboarding and development period
- Company vehicle
- Structured manufacturer and product training
- Ongoing professional development and accreditation
- Relocation support, where applicable
- The opportunity to develop a long-term career within a premium automotive retail environment
Applications will be treated with complete discretion. We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced Sales Executives, Brand Managers and automotive sales professionals currently operating within premium, prestige or high-value retail environments.
About HCP Automotive
HCP Automotive is a specialist Automotive recruitment consultancy with extensive experience across the UK and international automotive markets.
We work closely with leading dealer groups, manufacturers and specialist automotive businesses, connecting experienced professionals with career opportunities across sales, aftersales, technical, management and executive functions.
Our established industry relationships provide access to opportunities that are often handled on a confidential basis and may not be widely advertised. We pride ourselves on providing honest market insight, professional advice and a personalised recruitment experience.
All applications are handled with discretion, and we welcome confidential conversations with automotive professionals considering their next career move.
