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Company: Van Mossel Esplanade Role: Sales Executive Salary & OTE: £20,000 to £40,000 per annum Location: Esplanade, Isle of Wight Job type: Permanent, full time Are you looking to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced sales environment where you’ll be representing some of the world’s most iconic car brands? We are looking for an experienced Sales Executive to join our Multi-franchise dealership in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight. In this role, you’ll represent six exceptional brands, including Volvo, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Cupra, and Smart . This diverse role offers variety and growth, with recognised training from these industry leading brands that will enhance your product knowledge and sales skills. Bring your passion for automotive excellence, and we’ll provide you with the training and development opportunities to drive your career forward. Why Join Van Mossel Esplanade? We are proud to be part of Van Mossel Automotive Group; an award winning, people oriented, family-owned business that has gained global recognition over a 78-year tenure in the automotive industry. Van Mossel now operates in over 7 countries and has been named as one of the leading automotive companies in Europe. At Van Mossel Esplanade, we believe it’s our people who set us apart and drive our company forward as we continue to grow. If you’d like to be part of our journey, you will receive an excellent benefits package that includes: A vibrant and professional working environment A competitive remuneration package Comprehensive and continuous brand training Contributed Company pension scheme 24/7 Health & Wellbeing support Discount scheme offering online discounts at various stores, restaurants and gyms 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays Package: Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 6.00pm, Saturdays: 8.30am - 5.00pm (set day off in the week) NO SUNDAYS Pay: Basic £20,000 / OTE £40,000+ per annum We’re Looking For: Experience within automotive sales, main dealer experience would be an advantage Highly driven and self-motivated individual, with a passion for achieving results Friendly, professional, and courteous demeanour Outstanding organisational skills with attention to detail Computer skills are essential Ability to use own initiative and multi-task Full UK driving licence Job Description: Achieve agreed sales targets for new and used vehicles, accessories, finance products, and extended warranties Proactively prospect for new and used vehicle sales opportunities Prepare and deliver high-quality sales presentations, including greeting, qualification, objection handling, demonstrations, closing, and handover Refer qualified prospects to the Business Manager for financial products Use structured daily, weekly, and monthly follow-up programmes to generate repeat and new business Support high levels of customer retention through excellent communication and professional vehicle handovers Maintain full product knowledge of all vehicles, accessories, prices, and key competitor features Handle customer queries and complaints promptly and professionally, escalating to the Sales Manager when necessary Ensure new and used vehicles are attractively displayed, correctly specified, and supported with up-to-date brochures, price lists, and finance information Maintain the used car display to the highest standard and update the valet programme daily Produce accurate reports on sales activity, prospecting, presentations, new clients, and forecasts Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and complete all sales and financial paperwork promptly Carry out accurate part-exchange appraisals using a structured appraisal method, agreeing valuations with the Sales Manager and negotiating effectiv