Vehicle sales advisors, executives or vehicle sales people are responsible for selling new and used vehicles, from cars, bikes and vans to commercials trucks. Duties may vary depending on the type and size of the organisation, but they will commonly include:
In larger organisations you may work as part of a team, specialising in one aspect of selling. In smaller organisations you may be responsible for all aspects of vehicle sales
As a vehicle sales advisor, executive or vehicle sales person you will need to demonstrate:
Vehicle sales advisors, executives or vehicle sales people do not need any formal qualifications for this job, although many employers will expect GCSEs/Standard Grades (A-C) in Maths and English.
Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Sales Principles
Please note: These figures are meant as a guide only and may vary from employer to employer and may be dependent on the geographical area.
Vehicle sales advisors, executives or vehicle sales people usually work around 40 hours per week, which will include some weekend and evening work to cover the busiest trading times. You may also be able to find part time work. Environments may vary depending on employers, but you would normally work in a showroom or an office, often venturing out onto the forecourt to show customers around.
Salary:
Vehicle sales advisors/executives usually receive a basic salary, plus commission on sales and bonuses for meeting sales targets. They may also receive a company car. There may be opportunities for shift and overtime pay depending on the employer. You may also be eligible for holiday entitlement, company pension and private healthcare schemes
There are several ways of starting your career as a sales advisor:
You may be able to get into this job via an apprentice/traineeship scheme. Apprentice/traineeships may differ from one place of work to the next but they work towards NVQ/SVQ level 2 or 3 in vehicle sales, and technical certificates in vehicle sales. To do this you may require GCSEs/Standard Grades in English, Maths, Science and IT or appropriate equivalents. For further information on apprentice/traineeships in England please visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk, for Wales please visit www.careerswales.com for Northern Ireland please visit www.nidirect.gov.uk/careers and for Scotland please visit www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
Vehicle Sales (Intermediate- Sales Adviser) As an apprentice, you’ll gain a broad range of skills used in a sales environment. You’ll learn how to identify a customer’s needs and interests; advise customers; promote the features and benefits of vehicles; appraise vehicles; and negotiate difficult sales. You’ll also learn how and when to make a successful compromise.