Trainee Sales Executive

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Sales Executive to join the busy Sales department at our Lloyd MINI, Cockermouth retailer.

The Lloyd culture is all about the importance of people and this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, customer-focused, and eager to build a rewarding career in automotive sales. With full training and ongoing support, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed while representing one of the most iconic and exciting brands in the industry.

Salary: Basic Salary with OTE of £30,000
Hours:  45 hours per week 

Working with the Retention and Sales Team, you’ll help grow sales and provide outstanding service to every customer.

Role responsibilities:

• Understanding and adapting to the customers’ buying strategy and encouraging them to experience the product through test drives, which are carried out by the Product Specialist.
• Agreeing price and payment methods including advising on any financing options with the customer direct, working within company guidelines.
• Ensuring that each delivery is followed up with a personal phone call to check that the customer is happy with their purchase. Maintain contact with customers to build relationships and future business.
• Planning and organising own daily sales activity – for example by telephoning sales prospects (previous/existing customers or general enquiries) to obtain new business.
• Working alongside colleagues and other departments to ensure a seamless service to our customers.
• Positively participating in training and development opportunities to assist the Group in achieving its aims and objectives.

For this role, we are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following skills and attributes: 

• Able to plan, organise self and meet agreed work deadlines.
• Able to assimilate information quickly and provide considered responses.
• Strong work ethic and adaptable to change.
• Attention to detail and maintains good, accurate quality of work.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines to achieve the business needs.
• Able to react positively to organisational and market changes.
• You must be IT literate (PC, Microsoft and web literate), and hold a full UK driving licence.

Company Benefits:

• 30 days holiday a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
• Highstreet discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Free flu jabs.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Cover.
• Internal and manufacturer training.
• Staff referral scheme. 

About Lloyd Motor Group:

Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group is one of the UK's largest family-run car retailer groups, with 38 retailers across Northern England and Southern Scotland. Representing prestigious brands like BMW, MINI, Land Rover, BYD, Volvo, Kia, Volkswagen, Skoda, INEOS, Honda motorcycles and BMW Motorrad, we've built our reputation on exceptional customer service delivered with a professional yet personal touch. Join our passionate team and you'll find a supportive culture that values your contribution, invests in your development, and empowers you to grow while making a real difference in a company where people are our greatest asset.

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