Retail Manager - Skoda

Retail Manager – Skoda at Johnsons Cars Ltd

Basic salary of £27,500 with a realistic OTE of £52,500.

Johnsons Cars are one of the UK’s leading independent franchise dealership networks, with 53 multi‑award‑winning dealership sites across the UK and represent 15 marques including Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Hyundai, Ford, Honda, Suzuki, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and Mazda.

We are looking for a Retail Manager or Business Manager to join our Skoda dealership in Wolverhampton.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. At Johnsons Cars, we are more than just a workplace; we are a team. We value our employees and offer a host of benefits that set us apart from the rest.

• Birthday Leave: an extra paid day off on your birthday.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Staff Discounts on all 17 brands for vehicle sales, servicing, parts and labour.
• More discounts via our benefits platform.
• Dentist on demand health services.
• Optional benefits including healthcare cash plans.

• Understand all aspects of financial and insurance product regulations to ensure accurate information is given when negotiating a sale.
• Build rapport with customers quickly and treat customers fairly.
• Qualify customer's demands and needs so the most appropriate insurance products are recommended.
• Monitor finance and insurance performance against budget; identifying and addressing shortfalls.
• Assist the management team in planning, forecasting trends, and revising dealership plans on an ongoing basis.
• Coach and develop team skills to achieve business objectives.
• Monitor performance, measure outcomes and provide regular feedback to the General Manager.

• Previous Business/Finance Manager/Retail Manager experience in the automotive industry.
• Work well under pressure.
• Excellent relationship building, customer facing, and negotiating skills.
• Organised with the ability to manage conflicting demands.
• Honest and respectful with a strong sense of integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to use own initiative.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.

• 31 days paid annual leave, increasing to 33 with longevity of service.
• Industry‑leading product and manufacturer training to support growth and success.
• Internal training academy and partnership with top automotive management trainers for those who want to progress and show potential.

Welcome to Johnsons Cars, one of the UK’s biggest independent dealer groups with a nationwide presence spanning 58 sites across the country and representing 17 esteemed brands, dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.