Sales Performance Manager - Southern Region

Sales Performance ManagerTerritory: Southampton to Cornwall (South West Region) Ideal Location: Swindon, Wiltshire (or commutable to the South West territory) Salary: £52k + £2.2k + world class car scheme The OpportunityA leading automotive manufacturer is seeking an experienced Sales Performance Manager to support and develop a network of franchised retailers across the South West region. Covering a territory from Southampton through to Cornwall, this field-based role will focus on driving retailer performance, increasing market share, improving customer satisfaction and ensuring dealerships achieve ambitious sales targets. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused automotive professional with experience working for an OEM, importer, or dealer group, who understands how to influence retailer performance and build strong partner relationships. Key Responsibilities • Deliver sales volume, market share and profitability targets across the South West territory. • Build and maintain strong relationships with dealer principals, general managers and sales teams. • Develop retailer action plans to improve sales performance and customer outcomes. • Analyse sales data, market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities. • Implement national sales campaigns and commercial initiatives within the dealer network. • Conduct regular retailer performance reviews using agreed KPI measures. • Support dealers with forecasting, stock management and sales process improvement. • Drive brand standards and ensure a consistent customer experience across the network. • Provide coaching, guidance and best practice support to retailer teams. • Prepare territory reports and performance updates for senior management. About You • Significant experience within automotive sales, dealer network development, regional operations or field-based OEM roles. • Strong understanding of franchised dealer operations and retail performance management. • Proven track record of delivering sales growth through dealer networks. • Experience influencing senior stakeholders including Dealer Principals and Group Directors. • Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and reporting skills. • Highly organised, self-motivated and capable of managing a large geographical territory. • Excellent relationship-building, communication and negotiation skills. • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively throughout the region. Desirable Background • Experience working for an automotive manufacturer, importer or large dealer group. • Knowledge of network development, franchise standards or retailer performance programmes. • Previous experience in Area Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Network Development Manager, Regional Operations Manager or similar field-based positions. Package • Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience) • Car allowance / company vehicle • Bonus scheme • Benefits package • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing automotive organisation with significant UK expansion plans Location Note: Due to the territory coverage, candidates based in Swindon, Wiltshire, Bristol, Gloucester or surrounding areas are particularly well positioned for the role. Drop your files here