General Sales Manager

Advertised by Perfect Placement

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary
£48,000 - £80,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Automotive/Aerospace
Posted
7 October 2026
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Job description

We are pleased to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to join a reputable dealership in Newcastle as a General Sales Manager.

Our client, a well-established and customer-focused motor trade business, is seeking a dedicated General Sales Manager to lead their sales team and drive business growth.

This General Sales Manager role offers a competitive salary, attractive bonus potential, and excellent career development prospects within a supportive management environment.

Benefits:
  • Competitive basic salary of £48,000 with an achievable OTE of £80,000
  • Company car provided
  • Incentives for high sales performance
  • Five-day working week, including Saturdays, promoting a healthy work-life balance
  • Supportive management structure with clear opportunities for career progression
  • Work with a well-respected and established business in the motor trade
Duties:
  • Leading and motivating the sales team to meet and exceed targets
  • Developing and executing effective sales strategies to increase market share
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and key clients
  • Hands-on involvement in the sales process to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Monitoring team performance and providing ongoing coaching and development
  • Collaborating with other departments to optimise daily operational and sales activities
Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a General Sales Manager or similar leadership role within the motor trade
  • Strong understanding of automotive sales processes and customer requirements
  • Excellent communication and team management skills
  • Ability to motivate staff and achieve results in a competitive environment
  • Automotive industry knowledge relevant to the Newcastle area is highly desirable
This is a high-profile opportunity for a driven and experienced General Sales Manager to join a thriving dealership and advance their career within the automotive industry.

Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Newcastle and Tyne and Wear, today to discover more about this fantastic General Sales Manager opportunity.

Perfect Placement are specialists in Automotive Recruitment. So if you are looking for a New Job in the Motor Trade, be sure to contact our team today.

Reference 225696558

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