Benefits for the Sales Executive: 25 days annual leave. Company Car. Pension Scheme. FREE onsite parking. Job Purpose The role of the Sales Executive is to: * Sell the manufacturer range of new and used car products meeting agreed sales volumes. Policies All Harwoods employees are expected to comply with/adhere to all Harwoods policies and procedures and any additional manufacturer requirements relevant to their role. Sales Executive Person Specification Essential * Proof of Right to Work in the UK. Experience Desirable * Motor industry experience. Skills & Knowledge Essential * Previous Motor Trade Sales Experience * Full UK driving licence. * Smart appearance. * Competency in numeracy, literacy and IT. Desirable * Relevant product knowledge. Key Responsibilities for the Sales Executive: * Follow precisely and consistently the manufacturer sales process including meeting enquiry management targets. * Understanding of manufacturer mystery shopping criteria and ability to apply this knowledge when dealing with customers. * Ensure the showroom, displays, customer information, sales activities, vehicle documentation and other relevant information is kept and maintained accurately and comprehensively to the required manufacturer standard. To include the availability of brochures and display of manufacturer vehicles. * Using various sources, prospect for new and used car customers on a regular basis to create sales opportunities. Through the effective use of a follow up process, maintain regular contact with all new and existing customers to ensure relationships are maintained for potential (repeat) business. * Actively convey the culture of putting customers first by means of TCF at all times. * Maximise sales opportunities by offering finance solutions to customers, as well as adhering to the FCA guidelines at all times with regard to portraying financial information and regulated activities. * Manage the preparation and handover of sold vehicles to customers ensuring that the customer is given a full briefing on the operation of the vehicle and its controls including introducing customers to the aftersales department. * To participate in planning sales campaigns and promotions to maximise sales penetration and take part fully in on and off site promotions run by the department. * Carry out accurate appraisals of all vehicles offered for part exchange