General Sales Manager - Automotive Industry - Barnstaple
Basic Salary: £45,000 | OTE: £60,000+ | Company Car + Benefits
We’re currently recruiting for an experienced and dynamic General Sales Manager to join a well-established automotive dealership in Barnstaple. This is a fantastic opportunity for a results-driven individual with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
About the Role:
As the General Sales Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading a high-performing sales team, including Assistant Sales Managers, Sales Executives, and support staff. Your focus will be on managing a structured and effective sales process, while ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coaching and supporting your team to achieve new and used vehicle sales targets
• Promoting add-on products, including finance and insurance
• Driving second-facing activity and building customer rapport
• Managing marketing campaigns and local promotions
• Maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards

What We’re Looking For:

• A proven track record in automotive sales management
• Experience in boosting team performance and profitability
• Strong leadership, coaching, and organisational abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A clear focus on customer satisfaction and commercial success

Why Join:

This business is committed to ongoing professional development and offers a progressive career path with long-term growth potential. You’ll also enjoy a full range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Access to exclusive cashback and discount platforms
• Preferential service rates
• Staff vehicle purchase scheme
• Company pension & share incentive schemes
• Enhanced maternity & paternity packages

Premier Recruitment Solutions Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be assessed solely on merit.

• Coaching and supporting your team to achieve new and used vehicle sales targets
• Promoting add-on products, including finance and insurance
• Driving second-facing activity and building customer rapport
• Managing marketing campaigns and local promotions
• Maintaining the highest ethical and professional standard