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Senior Sales Executive - Drogheda
Western Motors Group is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Sales Executive to join our busy Volkswagen Sales Team in Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Western Motors Group is a leading Irish motor group with a long-established presence in the industry. As our business continues to grow, we are embracing new technology, digital transformation and the changing world of mobility, making this an exciting time to join our team.
This opportunity would suit a self-motivated and experienced sales professional who has the confidence and ability to convert leads into sales, build long-term customer relationships and, above all, has a genuine passion for delivering a first-class customer buying experience.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Sales Executive, you will be responsible for managing the complete customer journey, from initial enquiry through to vehicle handover and ongoing relationship management.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Achieving agreed sales targets while maximising profitability across new and pre-owned vehicle sales.
  • Managing and converting showroom, telephone and digital sales enquiries.
  • Proactively prospecting for new and used car customers and identifying opportunities outside the traditional showroom environment.
  • Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline through consistent and professional follow-up.
  • Delivering a first-class customer experience throughout the entire buying journey.
  • Presenting Volkswagen vehicles, arranging and conducting test drives and demonstrating strong product knowledge.
  • Promoting appropriate finance, insurance and additional products as part of the overall customer proposition.
  • Managing vehicle trade-ins as part of the sales process.
  • Coordinating the preparation and handover of sold vehicles, ensuring customers receive a comprehensive introduction to their new vehicle.
  • Working closely with our Marketing team on sales campaigns, promotions and lead-generation activity.
  • Developing and maintaining excellent knowledge of the Volkswagen model range, technology and current offers.
  • Ensuring all customer information, sales activity, vehicle documentation and relevant CRM records are accurate and kept up to date.
  • Developing repeat and referral business through strong customer relationships.
  • Working collaboratively with the wider Sales, Finance, Marketing and Aftersales teams.
What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • A minimum of 3 years' sales experience.
  • Previous motor industry or franchised dealership experience is highly desirable.
  • A proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.
  • Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  • Confidence in converting enquiries and leads into sales.
  • Excellent follow-up and organisational skills.
  • A genuine passion for customer service and delivering a quality buying experience.
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy sales team.
  • Good computer literacy and confidence working with CRM and digital sales systems.
  • A professional, positive and self-motivated approach.
  • A full, clean driving licence.
What We Offer

What We Offer

  • Full-time, permanent position
  • Competitive salary
  • Attractive commission and bonus scheme
  • Use of a company vehicle
  • Strong earning potential for the right candidate
  • Established customer base and strong enquiry levels
  • Continuous Volkswagen product and sales training
  • Clear training and development pathway
  • Access to the Company Pension Plan
  • The opportunity to develop your career within an established and growing motor group
At Western Motors, we believe in doing the basics brilliantly and that everybody makes a difference.
If you are an experienced sales professional who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys building customer relationships and is ready for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with cover letter and CV to recruitment@westernmotors.ie

Apply Now or in confidence by email to recruitment@westernmotors.ie
Ballybrit, Galway, Co. Galway H91 HH51
Tel: 091-709970 | www.westernmotors.ie

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