Assistant Sales Manager

Assistant Sales Manager

Red Recruitment is recruiting a Assistant Sales Manager in Melton Mowbray to join our client, an independent commercial vehicle dealership that specialises in the sale and service of quality used light trucks and vans

To be considered for this role you should have previous experience in commercial motor trade, understand vehicle specification, payloads, operating costs, and long-term customer relationships, and who can lead a sales team while remaining hands-on with key accounts.

Benefits and Package for a Assistant Sales Manager:

• Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum plus uncapped commission
• Hours: Monday - Friday, full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Location: Melton Mowbray
• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Company Car
• Average OTE of £50,000+

Key Responsibilities of a Assistant Sales Manager:

• Lead high-value commercial vehicle sales including LCV, fleet, and SME customers

• Manage complex vehicle specifications, conversions, and bespoke customer requirements
• Maximise sales volumes, margins, and associated products such as finance, warranties, and service packages
• Oversee the full sales process from enquiry through to vehicle handover
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with trade, business, and fleet customers
• Monitor market trends, competitor pricing, and commercial vehicle demand

Key Skills and Experience of a Assistant Sales Manager:

• Proven experience in commercial vehicle or fleet sales

• Strong leadership and people-management capability
• Confident negotiator with excellent relationship-building skills
• Commercially minded, highly organised, and detail-focused
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
• Solid understanding of vehicle finance, compliance, and commercial sales documentation

If you are interested in this position and have the relevant skills to be an Assistant Sales Manager and experience required to be considered for this role, please apply now!

Red Recruitment (Agency)