Business Manager in Newport, Wales

At Wessex Garages, we’ve been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme. We’re proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust — values that are at the heart of everything we do.

About the role

Are you an experienced automotive professional with a passion for driving performance and delivering outstanding customer experiences? Wessex Garages Newport is looking for a proactive and commercially‑minded Business Manager to join our high‑performing sales team. As a Business Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the sales function by maximising vehicle profitability through the promotion of finance and insurance products. You'll ensure our sales process is followed to the highest standard and that every customer receives a transparent, informative, and engaging experience.

Key responsibilities

• Support the vehicle sales process by promoting and securing finance and insurance products that meet customer needs and maximise profitability.
• Oversee daily sales activity, working closely with Sales Executives to ensure effective deal structuring, negotiation, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain and manage the customer database, ensuring accuracy and compliance with brand and regulatory standards.
• Provide training, coaching, and day‑to‑day support to the Sales Team to ensure compliance with consumer law and awareness of market conditions and competitor activity.
• Collaborate with the Sales Manager on performance reviews, goal setting, and personal development plans for Sales Executives.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in automotive sales, ideally in a finance and insurance (F&I) capacity with some supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate a sales team.
• A commercially astute person with an understanding of financial products and sales metrics.
• Proficient in analysing and interpreting data to support decision‑making and performance improvement.
• Team‑focused mindset with a drive to contribute to shared goals while achieving personal targets.

If you're ready to bring your leadership, sales acumen, and financial expertise to a forward‑thinking dealership, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Information

• Working Pattern: 45.5 hours a week across Mon – Sat (with a 1 hour lunch). Day off in lieu during the week and 1 late shift per week. Sunday working required during March and September.

Why Join Wessex Garages?

• Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
• Pension Scheme – We contribute to your future with company‑backed pension support.
• Exclusive Employee Schemes – Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
• Wellbeing Support – Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you’ll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check‑ins, and referral support where needed.
• Health Benefits – We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year‑round.
• Event Perks – As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our team members.

Please note: Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.