Sales Manager - Fareham, Solent

Overview

Birchwood Group is a forward-looking company with retail stores, workshops and facilities based across the south coast of Sussex and Hampshire.

Destination Motorcycles, part of the Birchwood Group, is a leading dealership specialising in high-performance motorcycles from top brands including KTM, Gas Gas, Husqvarna, MV Agusta, and CF Moto. We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer experiences and quality products that cater to motorcycle enthusiasts of all kinds.

Our Solent site is dedicated to the Triumph brand, and we are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Sales Manager to lead our sales team. This is a key role in a fast-paced environment with excellent earning potential.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead, support and develop a high-performing sales team
• Ensure exceptional customer service is maintained throughout all sales interactions
• Oversee all sales processes, including profit margins, stock pricing and presentation
• Maximise the sales and profitability of the motorcycles and associated products
• Liaise with the marketing team to promote the dealership and increase visibility
• Work collaboratively with the Service and Accounts departments to ensure a seamless customer journey
• Maintain strong working relationships with manufacturers and external suppliers
• Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Uphold all company policies and procedures in the pursuit of business goals
• Lead by example and inspire the team to deliver exceptional customer service

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven track record in building, developing and managing a successful sales team, ideally within a motorcycle or car dealership
• Experience of managing a sales team to meet and exceed objectives
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive team performance
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, performance-driven environment
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
• Motorcycle licence (preferred but not essential)

Package:

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday 08:30 - 18.00, Saturdays 08:30-17:00 (1st April – 30th September)

Monday – Friday 08:30- 17:00, Saturdays 08:30-16:30 (1st October – 31st March)

Salary: £30,000 Basic (£54,800 OTE)

Holiday: 22 days plus bank holidays

Benefits: Competitive Salary, access to use demonstration bikes, Staff Purchase Scheme, Car Benefit Scheme, Health Shield – Health Cash Plan, Reduced Winter Hours & No Sundays!

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer