Sales Executive – Automotive Dealership (Portsmouth)

About the role

Join a busy automotive dealership in Portsmouth as a Sales Executive. You will guide customers through the entire sales journey, from first enquiry to vehicle hand‑over, while delivering a premium customer experience. Full training is provided, making this ideal for motivated individuals with a sales or customer‑facing background.

Key responsibilities

• Build rapport with customers, understand their needs and recommend suitable vehicles.
• Deliver engaging vehicle demonstrations and organise test drives.
• Negotiate pricing, finance options and payment methods within company guidelines.
• Manage the complete sales process, including order placement and accurate record‑keeping.
• 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 to enhance product knowledge.

Required profile

• Previous sales or customer‑facing experience (automotive experience preferred but not essential).
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Target‑driven, motivated and eager to succeed.
• Organised with good attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• CRM systems

What we offer

• Salary £25,000 – £55,000 OTE with uncapped earning potential.
• Full training and continuous development.
• Clear progression opportunities within the automotive sector.
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Additional birthday leave, pension scheme, life assurance and employee assistance programme.
• Staff discounts, referral bonuses and other employee benefits.