Fleet Sales Manager: Volkswagen Job Poole area,England UK,Sales

Job type: Permanent, full time

We are pleased to present an excellent opportunity for a Fleet Sales Manager
, to join and lead our fleet sales team, from our Volkswagen Passenger Cars dealership in Poole
.

As one of Volkswagen’s trusted 28 fleet business partners, you’ll manage a broad territory that covers both the Hampshire and Dorset area.

In this leadership role, you will drive the commercial success of the fleet division by managing a portfolio of new and established accounts. If you possess a proactive and forward‑thinking approach to prospecting, you will play a pivotal role influencing the growth, visibility and overall performance of our key brands:
Volkswagen, Suzuki and Geely.

Benefits

A competitive remuneration package
A vibrant and professional working environment
Comprehensive and continuous branded training
Contributed Company pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Free physio & chiropractic services
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Discount on parts and labour at any of our dealerships
50% off PURE gym membership
50% off campervan hire through Breeze Campers
32 days annual leave, including bank holidays
Extra annual leave, given on length of service (uncapped)

Package

Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 6pm
Salary: Basic £45,000 per annum + additional OTE £20,000 per annum (UNCAPPED!)
A proven track record of successfully leading a sales team within the automotive industry
You must possess a strong drive to succeed, with a can‑do attitude and ability to think outside the box
Strong communication, sales and negotiation skills
Ability to build a strong rapport with new and existing customers at both entry level to Senior/ Managing Director status
Proactive approach to prospecting seeking new business
Exceptional organisation skills
You must be computer literate and adaptable to learning our bespoke systems
The role will include travel; you must hold a full valid driving licence

Main Duties

To achieve and strive to exceed all fleet sales objectives, by managing a highly professional, motivated and efficient fleet sales team.
Control stock levels and availability according to Company policy.
Regularly monitor accounts, forecasts and other budget data to determine where improvements can be made and plan/implement appropriate courses of action.
Monitor and control outstanding debts, as appropriate.
To prepare and present tailored sales packages to new and existing fleet customers.
To work closely with our Head of Business to formulate policies and procedures to achieve maximum profitability from vehicles, finance, insurance, and other sales services.
To work effectively within the Dealership team, ensuring industry‑leading standards of customer care and satisfaction at all times.
Approach and always receive business and personal customers promptly and courteously.
Be up to date with dealership makes, models, features, and pricing structures.
Managing and keeping our customer CRM/Diary up to date and responding to customers in good time.