Job Description

Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Manager

Premium Automotive Dealership | East London

An established premium automotive dealership in East London is seeking a high-performing Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Manager to take full ownership of its used vehicle division.

This role is suited to a proven automotive sales leader who understands the dynamics of the pre-owned market and can drive profitability through strong stock management, team leadership and sales performance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maximising departmental performance, managing stock strategy and leading a results-driven sales team within a premium dealership environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Department
• Drive monthly unit sales, gross profit and departmental performance
• Manage, coach and develop a team of sales executives
• Oversee vehicle sourcing, trade-ins, stock control and pricing strategy
• Monitor stock ageing and ensure optimal stock turn
• Conduct vehicle appraisals and valuations
• Ensure exceptional customer experience aligned with premium brand standards
• Collaborate with F&I, new vehicle sales and dealer management
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to maintain market competitiveness
• Maintain accurate reporting and dealership compliance standards

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Manager within a dealership
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales and profitability targets
• Strong understanding of used vehicle sourcing, pricing and stock management
• Experience working within a premium or high-performance dealership environment
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills
• Strong business acumen and analytical ability
• Valid driver's licence
• Clear criminal and credit record

What We Are Looking For

• A results-driven leader who can build and maintain a high-performing sales team
• A professional who understands the premium automotive customer experience
• Someone who can balance volume, margin and stock turn effectively

Remuneration

A highly competitive package will be offered to the successful candidate, aligned with experience and performance within a premium dealership environment.

Application

If you have a proven track record in dealership pre-owned vehicle sales management and are looking for your next leadership opportunity, we invite you to apply.

Note: Only candidates with relevant automotive dealership experience will be considered.