Autosmart International

Sales Development Manager role supporting franchise business growth through sales coaching, relationship management, and commercial development with structured training and career progression.Looking for a role that gets you out from behind a desk, develops your commercial skills, and gives you a genuine pathway into senior sales management?Autosmart are a market leader with a successful track record of profitable growth for over last 45 years, focused on building a successful franchise business and developing talented people into future sales leaders. We’re now looking for a driven and enthusiastic Sales Development Manager to join our team in the Midlands region.This role is ideal for someone with 1-2 years’ experience in sales, customer-facing, business development or commercial roles who is ready to develop their career. You’ll receive structured training, practical coaching and ongoing support as you learn how to develop franchise businesses, build commercial relationships and drive sales growth.This is a field-based role where no two days are the same. You’ll spend your time alongside our franchisees in their mobile showrooms, helping them grow their businesses, develop their sales skills and achieve their goals.What you’ll get in returnCompetitive starting salary up to £50,000 depending on experienceGenerous car allowance of £9240Significant salary progression opportunities as your skills and responsibilities developStructured training programme with dedicated coaching and mentoringPersonal development plan designed to accelerate your career25 days holiday plus bank holidaysNon-contributory private healthcare and critical illness coverGenerous contributory pension schemeLife assurance at three times salaryEmployee assistance programmeStaff purchase scheme – take home products for freeWhat you’ll be doingBe out in the field with franchisees and their mobile showrooms, building strong relationships and becoming a trusted business partnerSupporting franchisees to achieve their sales and business growth objectives by observing customer interactions and providing sales coaching and feedbackSupport franchisees to develop and review business plansContributing to local sales initiatives, product launches and promotional activitiesIdentify and support the winning and expansion of national and regional accountsGathering market insights and identifying growth opportunitiesAssisting with franchisee recruitment and induction programmesLearning the skills and experience needed to progress within Autosmart’s sales management teamWhat we’re looking forA Graduate-calibre candidate or someone with approximately 1-2 years’ experience in sales, business development or a commercial roleStrong communication and relationship-building skillsA positive, self-motivated attitude and willingness to learnConfidence working independently and managing your own timeCommercial awareness and an interest in business growthResilience, adaptability and a proactive approach to challengesA full UK driving licence

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