Used Car Manager

Used Car Manager

We are looking for an ambitious, commercially focused Used Car Manager to take responsibility for a busy used car operation within an established family-run main dealer representing a high-volume automotive brand.

This is a key position within the dealership and an excellent opportunity for someone who wants genuine ownership of the used car department. You will be responsible for driving performance across stock, sales, margin, preparation, ageing and overall profitability, while working closely with the General Manager and wider sales leadership team.

You will take a hands-on approach to managing the used vehicle operation, ensuring the dealership has the right stock profile, vehicles are purchased and priced correctly, preparation is tightly controlled and cars are brought to market quickly. You will continually review stock performance, identify ageing vehicles and make commercially sensible decisions to maximise stock turn and return on investment.

Alongside the operational side of the role, you will play an important part in leading and developing the sales team. You will create a performance-focused environment, support the team with deals when required and ensure every opportunity is maximised while maintaining high standards of customer experience.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working with dealership KPIs and management information, understanding what is driving performance and where improvements can be made. You will have the confidence to challenge where necessary, introduce ideas and work collaboratively with senior management to continue developing the used car department.

This isn't simply a position maintaining an existing operation. The business is looking for someone who wants to drive the department forward, increase sales volume, protect margin and build a consistently strong used car performance.

You will be joining a supportive, established family-run dealer group where people are valued and progression is encouraged. The company has built a strong culture around support, development and giving individuals the opportunity to progress their careers within the group.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Used Car Manager or Sales Manager, as well as a highly experienced Transaction Manager ready to take the next step into a broader management position.

If you understand the numbers, know how to manage stock, can lead people and enjoy taking genuine ownership of performance, this could be an excellent next move.

Previous experience as a Used Car Manager, Sales Manager or Experienced Transaction manager ready to step up

Strong knowledge of used vehicle stock management, pricing and disposal

Proven ability to drive sales volume and profitability

Excellent understanding of stock turn, ageing stock and preparation costs

Strong leadership and people-management skills

Confident managing and developing a sales team

Commercially focused with a strong understanding of dealership KPIs

Able to work closely with senior management and other departments

Customer-focused with high standards of professionalism

Main dealer experience preferred

Full UK driving license

5-day working week

Competitive salary and strong earning potential

Opportunity to work with a high-volume manufacturer brand

Join an established family-run main dealer group

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Supportive senior management team

Excellent company culture

Stable, professional working environment

Ongoing manufacturer and management support

Opportunity to make a real impact on the dealership’s used car performance