Job Description:

- Do you have experience in the automotive industry, either from a sales or technical perspective?

- Do you have experience in fleet management?

- Would you like to work in a supportive environment where you are recognised and rewarded for your contribution?

Job Title: Retail Sales Advisor

Location: Welham Green

Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm

Saturday: 2 Saturdays out of 4 on a rota, 8:30am–1:30pm

Contract: Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business in Welham Green for a Retail Sales Advisor to join their team.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining sales, customer service and fleet management. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the vehicles are hired out and returned in good order, while also supporting sales and coordinating the day-to-day staffing of the workshop.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the fleet are returned, checked and prepared for their next hire.
• Coordinating the hires and ensuring the fleet is properly managed and maintained.
• Selling products to customers and providing knowledgeable advice on the products available.
• Building strong relationships with customers and delivering a high level of customer service.
• Overseeing workshop staffing and helping coordinate the daily workload.
• Liaising with workshop staff to ensure jobs and vehicle preparation are completed efficiently.
• Managing day-to-day enquiries from customers, both in person and over the phone.
• Supporting the smooth running of the shop, fleet and workshop operation.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous sales experience, preferably within the automotive, plant, commercial or related industry.
• Good knowledge of vehicles and vehicle-related products.
• Experience dealing directly with customers and confidently discussing products and services.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience coordinating staff or overseeing a team would be advantageous.
• A practical, hands-on approach to work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Working Hours

Monday–Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 1:30pm, 2 Saturdays out of every 4 on a rota

What We Offer

• £35,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Permanent position
• Varied role with responsibility across sales, fleet and workshop operations
• Opportunity to work within an established and growing business
• Ongoing opportunity for development and progression

Thank you for your interest in working with Recruitment Index. Since 2020 Recruitment Index have been working with fantastic talent across the Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and London area. Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to get back to each applicant with individual feedback. However, your application will be reviewed within the next 3-5 working days. Unfortunately, if you do not hear from us you will have been unsuccessful on this occasion however, we will keep you informed of any changes.

This advertisement has been posted by Recruitment Index as an employment agency on behalf of our client.