New or Used Car Sales Controller

£35,000 Basic | £60,000 OTE
Maidstone
Permanent | Full Time

Ready to take the next step in your automotive sales career?

We’re looking for an experienced Used Car Sales Controller, Transaction Manager or Senior Business Manager to join a successful and busy dealership in the Maidstone area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who knows the motor trade inside out, enjoys working at pace and has the drive to get the very best from a sales team.

Working alongside 6 Sales Executives, you’ll be right at the heart of the action — helping to structure and close deals, drive performance, maximise profitability and make sure every customer receives a first-class experience.

The Role

As Sales Controller, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running and performance of the used car sales department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, supporting and motivating a team of 6 Sales Executives

• Helping the team achieve and exceed monthly sales and profit targets

• Structuring, stacking and managing vehicle deals to maximise opportunities

• Supporting Sales Executives throughout the customer journey, from enquiry through to handover

• Monitoring leads, enquiries, conversions and sales activity

• Helping to maintain strong FCA and dealership compliance

• Supporting management with reporting, forecasting and stock performance

• Identifying opportunities to improve sales performance and profitability

• Maintaining consistently high standards of customer service and showroom presentation

• Leading by example and helping to create a positive, motivated sales environment

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an established automotive sales professional with a strong understanding of the dealership environment.

You’ll ideally have previous experience as a:

• Sales Controller

• Transaction Manager

• Senior Business Manager

• Experienced Business Manager ready for the next step

You’ll need:

• Strong knowledge of automotive sales and deal structuring

• A proven track record of achieving sales and profit targets

• The confidence to support and motivate a sales team

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• A commercial, target-driven approach

• Strong organisation and attention to detail

• A genuine focus on delivering an excellent customer experience

• A full UK Driving Licence

What’s in it for you?

• £35,000 basic salary

• £60,000 OTE

• Join an established and successful dealership

• Work alongside an experienced sales team

• Strong support from senior management

• A key role within a busy used car operation

• Genuine opportunities to develop and progress within the group

If you’re an experienced automotive sales professional who is ready to take on more responsibility and make a real impact within a busy dealership, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to Stacey Hunt at ACS Automotive Recruitment Consultancy for more information.