Business Manager

Business Manager

Location: Mercedes-Benz Of Southampton

Hours: 45 hours per week

Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, company car, life assurance, pension scheme, wellbeing support, employee discount for servicing and popular retailers.

Who we are

Marshall Motor Group was established in 1909 by David Gregory Marshall, in a small lock-up garage in Brunswick Gardens, Cambridge and we are now the UK's 7th largest motor retail group (AM100 11/24).

We operate over 135 franchise stores representing 25 manufacturer car, van, truck and bike brands across 34 counties in England.

Our vision is to be the UK’s premier automotive retail group as recognised by our colleagues, customers and business partners. To achieve our vision we will create a people centric culture, as well as operate as retailers who deliver retailing excellence and are regarded as an employer of choice.

We are part of the Constellation Automotive Group which is the largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace in Europe giving you peace of mind and transparency that you are dealing directly with a trusted company.

The Role

We are seeking a Business Manager to join our Mercedes Benz Of Southampton store to facilitate the delivery of good customer outcomes from the sale of finance, insurance, warranties and additional products.

Reporting to the Sales Manager, this role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced car sales professional who are looking to progress their career.

What you'll do

• Oversee the sale of vehicles, finance and insurance products to ensure compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules & guidelines
• Provide advice and guidance around the sales process to a team of Sales Executives, balancing the need for a good outcomes with sales performance.
• Assist in the closing of vehicle sales and obtaining valuations for part exchanges
• Complete monthly reporting on finance and insurance sales performance
• Upskill the Sales Executive team by training in finance and insurance

Who you are

• Previous Franchise Experience as a Transaction/Business Manager or experience within a Sales Executive or Sales Controller position
• Comfortable working to deadlines
• You have a professional approach with the ability to mentor others
• Strong attention to detail and compliance
• A team player who can use own initiative and multi-task
• Excellent customer management skills

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.