General Sales Manager
Job Role:General Sales Manager
Town/City:Lowestoft
Salary/Rate:Circa £35k Basic Salary + Package
Sector:Sales
Job ref:340
Post Date:14.07.26
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
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Established Main Dealer Group
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Based in Lowestoft, Suffolk
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Circa £35k Basic Salary + Package + Company Vehicle
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5 Day Working Week - No Sundays
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Stable sales team and supportive senior management
Monday Matters Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and well-established automotive business in the search for an experienced and ambitious General Sales Manager to join their team in Lowestoft. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven automotive professional with a proven sales background to take responsibility for driving performance, developing a successful team, and delivering an outstanding customer experience.
The Role:
As Sales Manager, you will play a key role in leading the sales department, achieving business objectives and ensuring the highest standards of customer service are maintained. Your responsibilities will include:
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Leading and motivating the sales team to achieve and exceed targets.
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Driving new and used vehicle sales performance.
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Maximising finance and additional product opportunities.
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Ensuring exceptional customer service standards are consistently delivered.
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Monitoring performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing effective sales strategies.
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Supporting the development and progression of team members.
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Maintaining a customer-first approach across all areas of the sales operation.
About You:
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Has a proven track record in a General Sales Manager/ Sales Manager role
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Is commercially focused with a passion for delivering results.
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Has excellent leadership, communication and coaching skills.
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Understands the importance of customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
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Can demonstrate strong knowledge of automotive sales processes, including finance and additional products.
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Holds a full UK driving licence.
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive basic salary and bonus scheme.
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Company car.
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30 days annual leave including bank holidays.
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5-day working week (Monday to Saturday rota).
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Company pension scheme.
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Life insurance.
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Staff discounts.
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Recommend a friend scheme.
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Ongoing training, development and genuine career progression opportunities.
At Monday Matters Recruitment, we specialise in connecting talented professionals with outstanding employers across the automotive sector. We’re passionate about helping candidates find roles where they can thrive and grow.
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