Sales and Operations Manager (Duel Brand) in Peterborough

motio Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

motio Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

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The Sales and Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day sales and operational functions within the automotive division of Motio and TradeSales.com. This role combines leadership, strategic planning and operational management to drive sales performance, improve process efficiencies and ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive sales, inventory management, team leadership and cross-functional coordination.

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve monthly, quarterly and annual targets.
• Lead, mentor and develop a sales team to meet performance goals.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and address challenges.
• Manage key customer accounts and build long-term relationships with corporate/dealer clients.
• Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies accordingly.

Operations Management:

• Oversee inventory control, vehicle procurement, logistics and supply chain processes.
• Collaborate with the service, parts and logistics departments to streamline operations.
• Ensure timely delivery and readiness of vehicles for customers.
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Recruit, train and evaluate staff performance across sales and operational functions.
• Conduct regular team meetings to align on goals and address challenges.
• Foster a high-performance culture with a strong focus on customer service.
• Manage budgets, forecastsand financial reporting for the sales and operations unit.
• Track KPIs including sales volume, gross margin, inventory turnover and customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular weekly/monthly reports and insights to senior management team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in sales and operations management within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing multi-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of automotive products, market dynamics and dealership operations.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, ERP tools and MS Office suite.

Key Skills:

• Leadership and team management
• Strategic planning and execution
• Sales negotiation and customer relationship management
• Inventory and supply chain oversight
• Data analysis and decision-making
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Fast-paced online sale centre/automotive dealership or distribution environment.
• Combination of office and on-the-floor engagement with staff and customers.
• May involve occasional travel for supplier visits, trainingor client meetings.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

• Varies based on experience, region and industry experience

Performance-Based Incentives:

• Quarterly and annual performance bonuses tied to sales targets and operational KPI’s
• Vehicle allowance or company car
• Fuel, laptop and mobile phone allowances
• Travel reimbursements (where applicable)
• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Pension contributions
• Paid time off (typically 20–25 days annually + public holidays)
• Professional development support, including training, certifications or conference attendance
• Employee discounts on company vehicles or services

Non-Monetary Benefits:

• Fast-track opportunities for career progression to GM/Regional Manager roles
• Exposure to high-impact strategic decisions across sales and operations
• Strong focus on work-life balance and employee engagement initiatives

Job Summary

The Sales and Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day sales and operational functions within the automotive division of Motio and TradeSales.com. This role combines leadership, strategic planning and operational management to drive sales performance, improve process efficiencies and ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive sales, inventory management, team leadership and cross-functional coordination.

Key Responsibilities - Sales Management:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve monthly, quarterly and annual targets.
• Lead, mentor and develop a sales team to meet performance goals.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and address challenges.
• Manage key customer accounts and build long-term relationships with corporate/dealer clients.
• Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies accordingly.

Operations Management:

• Oversee inventory control, vehicle procurement, logistics and supply chain processes.
• Collaborate with the service, parts and logistics departments to streamline operations.
• Ensure timely delivery and readiness of vehicles for customers.
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train and evaluate staff performance across sales and operational functions.
• Conduct regular team meetings to align on goals and address challenges.
• Foster a high-performance culture with a strong focus on customer service.

Financial & Reporting:

• Manage budgets, forecastsand financial reporting for the sales and operations unit.
• Track KPIs including sales volume, gross margin, inventory turnover and customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular weekly/monthly reports and insights to senior management team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in sales and operations management within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing multi-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of automotive products, market dynamics and dealership operations.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, ERP tools and MS Office suite.

Key Skills:

• Leadership and team management
• Strategic planning and execution
• Sales negotiation and customer relationship management
• Inventory and supply chain oversight
• Data analysis and decision-making
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving

Working Environment:

• Fast-paced online sale centre/automotive dealership or distribution environment.
• Combination of office and on-the-floor engagement with staff and customers.
• May involve occasional travel for supplier visits, trainingor client meetings.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

Base Salary:

• Annual Range: OTE £50,000 > £100,000 dependent on financial results
• Varies based on experience, region and industry experience

Performance-Based Incentives:

• Quarterly and annual performance bonuses tied to sales targets and operational KPI’s

Allowances & Benefits:

• Vehicle allowance or company car
• Fuel, laptop and mobile phone allowances
• Travel reimbursements (where applicable)

Additional Perks:

• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Pension contributions
• Paid time off (typically 20–25 days annually + public holidays)
• Professional development support, including training, certifications or conference attendance
• Employee discounts on company vehicles or services

Non-Monetary Benefits:

• Fast-track opportunities for career progression to GM/Regional Manager roles
• Exposure to high-impact strategic decisions across sales and operations
• Strong focus on work-life balance and employee engagement initiatives

In the first instance please send you CV with covering letter to Ian Smith at careers@motio.co.uk

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Retail Motor Vehicles

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