via indeed · 12 June 2026 ·1 day ago

Sales Manager - LEPAS

Peoples Ford
Edinburgh Full-time
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We are excited to share that we will be opening a new showroom in our Edinburgh location. This showroom will be home to LEPAS which is the 4th brand from Chery International. Every LEPAS model, whether hybrid, plug\-in hybrid or electric, is built around Leopard Aesthetics: a design philosophy that translates the speed, power and fluid grace of the leopard into vehicle design. The first UK model, the LEPAS L8, is a large five\-seat plug\-in hybrid SUV that arrives in July 2026\.

As a result of this new addition, we are looking for an experienced and ambitious General Sales Manager to join and lead our LEPAS Sales Team. This role requires a proactive, organised and laser\-focussed performance driven individual. The role is responsible for leading, driving, delivering and exceeding the sales performance and overall dealership standards for LEPAS.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

  • Implementing a clear structure, routine and daily disciplines to ensure the Sales dept operates in the most efficient and performance driven way.

  • Ensuring you have full knowledge of our products, the LEPAS brand and an ability to use your knowledge to drive and motivate the sales team.

  • Implementing a strong and iron clad process to ensure all incoming enquiries are dealt with in a slick and controlled manner and instilling behaviours in the sales team to ensure every single enquiry is treated like gold dust.

  • Ensuring the sales team provide an excellent customer experience to all customers as well as being the main point of contact to resolve any customer concerns which may arise within the Sales Department.

  • Negotiating the sale price, including any “trade\-in” value for a customer’s part exchange.

  • Ensuring the sales team are equipped and motivated to deliver sales targets and providing coaching and guidance on areas of improvement within the Sales process.

  • Driving the importance and quality delivery of prospecting on a regular basis as well as monitoring and managing conversion rates. You will be able to foresee where the next deal is coming from.

  • Driving business performance and growth in retail unit volume and profit within the Sales Department.

  • Controlling of expenses and attention to detail to ensure budgets are achieved.

  • Forecasting and being able to strategically respond to changes in the marketplace to maximise business performance.
What you’ll have:\-
  • Self\-confidence and a customer focused attitude

  • Energy and enthusiasm

  • Laser\-focused attention to detail

  • Previous experience in an automotive management role is essential
Rewards and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and OTE dependent on experience.

  • Instant membership to our dedicated Employee Assistance Programme.

  • 5 day working week

  • Company Car

  • Discounts on all company products and services

  • Pension scheme

  • Discounted shopping portal with discounts at over 1000 retailers

  • 30 days annual leave – plus the option to buy an additional week

Ref:

Working Hours 5 day working week \- Full Time hours
Location Edinburgh
Salary Competitive rate of pay \& uncapped bonus potential
Benefits
Closing Date 28/06/2026

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