The role of a General Sales Manager is one that is highly rewarding and well coveted within the Automotive industry. The main responsibilities of a General Sales Manager include driving the sales team forward, ensuring they are meeting and exceeding all targets while placing customer service at the centre of the operation.
Based in a Main Dealership, a General Sales Manager will need to be a strategic thinker who can create high quality marketing and promotion strategies, monitor competitor activity and identify new opportunities to maximise profit.
This role is very target driven therefore excellent leadership skills are required to drive the performance of the team. A successful General Sales Manager will motivate and support their team whilst ensuring they are fully compliant at all times.
Since this is a senior role, employers will generally look for ambitious individuals who can demonstrate both an exceptional career history and sustained success in a similar role in the motor trade. This could include Business Manager, Sales Controller or highly experienced and driven Senior Sales Executives who are looking for the next step in their career.
General Sales Managers generally work up to 40hours a week and this will generally include some weekend working, depending on the employer and the needs of the business. In return, they typically earn a good salary, generous bonuses and other company benefits.
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