Business Manager - #2065131

Location: Bristol, Netham Road

Salary: £24,000 with uncapped OTE of £72,000

Shift Pattern: The normal working hours are 42.25 hours per week, worked over 5 days: 3 weekdays and both Saturday and Sunday on one fixed shift pattern.

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Carbase!

We are looking for a driven and ambitious car-sales professional to join us as a Business Manager for our Bristol Carbase team. This position plays a crucial role in the second stage of our sales process, focusing on adding value to every sale through finance applications, warranty cover and protection.

As a Business Manager, you will not only manage your own sales but also lead a small team of Sales Consultants, developing their skills, success, and output of KPI’s and sales targets.

Key responsibilities:

· Finance Applications: Guide customers through finance applications to enhance every sale.

· FCA Compliance: Ensure all related documentation is completed in accordance with FCA regulations.

· Handling Deposits and Monies: Oversee the taking of all deposits and payments, ensuring customers are treated fairly and with integrity.

· Product Sales: Encourage the sale of value-added products, including warranties and protection plans.

· Team Leadership: Lead and support a team of Sales Consultants, coaching them to success and consistently meeting KPIs and sales targets.

· Lead Distribution: Efficiently manage incoming sales leads and ensure diaries are handled effectively.

· Customer Review Process: Promote and support the implementation of customer reviews.

· Sales Campaigns & Initiatives: Assist in the implementation and execution of sales campaigns and initiatives.

· Support Sales Managers: Provide support to the Sales Manager(s) as required.

Person Specification:

· Must hold a full valid Driving Licence

· Good standard of English and Maths

· Advanced, demonstrable experience within the car sales industry

· An in-depth understanding of Finance and Insurance processes

· Strong knowledge of car sales industry standards, including FCA guidelines

· Excellent ability to build relationships and engage with customers and team members

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to manage, support, motivate and develop a team effectively

· Able to work independently, prioritising workloads to meet objectives

Benefits:

· 31 days annual leave increasing to 35 days

· Access to BHSF Health Cash Plan

· Access to company pension scheme

· In-store discounts on car purchases and servicing

· ‘Refer a friend’ scheme

· Health and Wellbeing support via ‘Ben’

· Bike to work scheme

· Access to ‘Money@Work’

Carbase are a family-owned business and over the past two decades have become the largest independent pre-owned dealership in the Southwest. With four Carbase locations, including Vanbase Bristol, and a dedicated team of over 200 staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us prestigious accolades, including the Great Place to Work award and the People and Culture Award from Autotrader in 2023 and 2024.