Sales Executive

Porsche Retail Group (PRG) have an excellent opportunity for a Sales Executive to work for one of the world’s most iconic brands and join Porsche Centre West London.

To apply for this role of Sales Executive you must have:

• 1+ years Sales Experience
• Experience working in an automotive dealership, ideally luxury
• Full Driver’s License for 2yrs – aged 21 or above (insurance purposes)

Role:
As a Sales Executive, you’ll be responsible for understanding our customer’s individual needs, providing tailored solutions, to ensure they choose the correct new or pre-owned Porsche vehicle for their lifestyle. You’ll provide our customers with professional advice and high-quality customer service to support them with their enquiries and ordering processes and build long-lasting relationships. From financing to contracts, you’ll aim for total customer satisfaction throughout the process, achieving sales targets and contributing to the overall success of the Centre.

Responsibilities:

• Provide information to customers and potential customers about our vehicles, features, and financing options
• Conduct product demonstrations and test drives
• Guide customers through the sales process from initial contact to handover
• Negotiate prices and terms of sale to ensure Centre targets are met
• Identify and pursue new sales leads through networking, referrals, and database mining
• Ensure the Centre database is kept up to date and accurate for existing and potential customers
• Maintain contact with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and encourage life long ownership
• Stay updated on the latest automotive trends, models, and technologies
• Participate in training sessions to improve sales techniques and product knowledge

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be over 21 and held a full Drivers Licence for a minimum of two years (for insurance purposes)
• Sales experience within a luxury retailer brand
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to close deals and influence customers

Desirable Qualifications:

• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service
• Desire to learn and grow with the company
• A keen interest in the motor industry, keeping up to date with industry trends, competitors, and market opportunities
• Desire for a successful sales career

Porsche Retail Group are committed to promoting a culture that champions diversity and equal opportunities.

PRG believe diverse teams are catalysts of innovation and create multiple new ideas. One of our priorities is to celebrate diversity in all its dimensions while shaping an aspirational and inclusive company culture.

In return, we offer:

• OTE of £70,000 in the first year, with a basic salary of £29,400. Guaranteed Bonus payments for the first 6 months of your employment
• VW Group tax efficient company vehicle
• Option of a second VW Group Vehicle at a preferential leasing rate
• 33 days holiday per year, with extra for long service
• Fixed hours each week - no Sunday working. 5 days per week, Monday to Saturday.
• Dedicated mental health champions
• Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products
• Life Assurance
• DC Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing
• Five full sets of branded uniform

Centre:
Porsche Centre West London is our largest Centre in the south of England.  Our Centre is divided into over 2 locations. Our main Centre conveniently located on the A4 and just a short walk from the vibrant Chiswick High Road, with free staff parking just a short walk away or Gunnersbury Tube or Chiswick Park Station are within a 15-minute walk. We have a dedicated satellite after-sales service near Kew, easily accessible from the A4 with onsite parking.

Company
Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, Porsche Retail Group (PRG) are owned wholly by Porsche Germany. We operate several Porsche Centres, Service Centres and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London and the South-East.

Our journey embodies the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars and a passion for excellence and challenging the status quo.  Our centres feature state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained staff to ensure that the purchasing, servicing, and ownership experience of Porsche customers are of the highest quality.

Applying
Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Car Sales Executive on behalf of Porsche Retail Group.  Your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to.   Please only apply if you consent to these terms.

You must have eligibility to work and reside in the UK.   Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.  If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!