At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a diverse team to grow our franchise network across the UK and Ireland.
- Company: Join Autosmart, an award-winning market leader with ambitious growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual car allowance, generous holiday, and comprehensive training.
- Other info: Frequent travel across the UK and Ireland; excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by supporting franchisees and driving sales growth.
- Qualifications: Proven B2B sales experience and outstanding communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Overview
Do you have a track record of developing and growing franchise networks? Looking for a sales leadership role that's genuinely different?
At Autosmart, we are not just another manufacturer.
We are an award‑winning market‑leading success story with ambitious growth plans, significant investment behind us, and a franchise network at the heart of everything we do.
- In the Last Three Years Alone, We Have
- Invested £35 million state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing hub
- Expanded our Franchise network in the UK & Ireland
- Been named 'International Superbrand' at the British Franchise Association Awards
- Achieved 'Very Good to Work For 2024' accreditation from employee engagement specialists, Best Companies two years in a row
Our franchisees are independent business owners who have invested in their futures with Autosmart.
Their success drives our success, which is why we are looking for an exceptional UK & Ireland Sales Manager to help strengthen, support and grow our franchise network.
This is a highly visible leadership role where you will lead a diverse team of Regional Business Managers and Sales Development Managers with the aim of supporting franchisees to succeed in their professional and personal goals whilst achieving Autosmart’s vision.
Through your management and coaching, the Regional Business Managers will build, foster and embed a culture of trust, collaboration and performance with franchisees.
Through our field‑based showroom training programme, you will gain first‑hand experience of the Autosmart business before using that insight to coach, mentor and develop your team to deliver outstanding results.
Reporting to the UK & Ireland Managing Director, you will spend significant time in the field, supporting Regional Business Managers and franchisees alike.
You will play a key role in driving sales overhead as a percentage of sales, expanding national and regional accounts, gathering valuable market intelligence, and contributing to the wider strategic direction of the business.
Just as importantly, you will be a trusted partner to our franchise network, building strong relationships, championing their success, and acting as a vital link between franchisees and Autosmart HQ.
Please note: This role involves frequent travel across the UK and Ireland.
What We Offer
- Competitive executive salary and benefits package – we would be keen to discuss this with you.
- Annual car allowance of £9,240
- Comprehensive company-wide training and development programme
- Company laptop and mobile phone
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- Non‑contributory private healthcare
- Life assurance at three times salary
- Employee assistance programme
- Staff purchases – take home products for free
- What You'll Be Doing
- Completing a comprehensive field‑based training programme in a mobile showroom
- Nurturing and inspiring a large Franchise network across the UK and Ireland
- Driving sales growth across the UK and Ireland through strategic use of market data and insights
- Setting, managing and delivering national and regional sales and overhead budgets
- Establishing franchisee performance benchmarks and policies
- Leading, coaching and developing a team of Regional Business Managers to maximise performance
- Creating and embedding clear, transparent sales processes and ways of working
- Supporting franchisee recruitment and network growth
- Presenting sales performance and business insights regularly at Board level
- What You'll Bring
- Outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills
- Proven B2B sales experience within a relevant sector such as construction, automotive, vehicle sales or similar
- Ideally, experience working within a franchise environment
- Experience managing and influencing diverse stakeholder groups
- Adaptability, resilience and personal flexibility
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to think strategically and make complex decisions
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Self‑motivation, drive and a positive, can‑do attitude
- Application closing date: 28th July 2026
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Country Manager in Shenstone employer: Autosmart International
Autosmart is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. With a strong focus on structured training, personal development plans, and generous benefits including a competitive salary and private healthcare, employees are empowered to build meaningful relationships with franchisees while advancing their careers in sales management. The supportive culture and commitment to employee success make Autosmart a standout choice for those seeking a rewarding career in the Midlands region.
