Van Sales Executive


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£27,500 to £60,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF23 9AE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Van Sales Executive position at their multi-franchise commercial vehicle dealership in Cardiff. This role is ideal for individuals with a proven background in Van or Light Commercial Vehicle sales and experience in business development. The Van Sales Executive will be responsible for driving new and used van sales, providing excellent customer service, and identifying additional sales opportunities to meet and exceed sales targets.

Benefits:

- Basic salary of £27,500 per annum

- On-target earnings potential of £60,000+ in the first year

- Company car or car allowance

- Access to a comprehensive training programme, including manufacturer-approved courses

- Full in-house training and ongoing development

- 22 days annual holiday plus bank holidays (with time off in lieu for bank holiday work)

- Company pension scheme

- Mobile phone and laptop provided

- Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings

Duties:

- Promote and sell new and used vans to develop the dealership’s customer base

- Generate sales through business development, nurturing existing contacts and establishing new client relationships

- Advise customers on vehicle features, warranties, service plans, and financing options

- Respond promptly to customer inquiries, keeping clients informed of delivery and potential delays

- Collect payments and handle documentation efficiently as the Van Sales Executive

- Introduce customers to aftersales services and demonstrate vehicle features to maximise customer satisfaction

- Ensure all sales are compliant with dealership policies and procedures

- Work closely with the sales team to achieve individual and dealership sales targets

Requirements:

- Proven experience in Van or Light Commercial Vehicle sales

- Strong customer service skills with a positive and proactive attitude

- Minimum one year’s experience working within a motor trade environment

- Existing customer or contact base in the Cardiff area is desirable

- Excellent communication and negotiation skills as the Van Sales Executive

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Full UK driving licence with minimal points

- Robust organisational and time-management skills

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Van Sales Executive to join a respected dealership committed to professional development and rewarding performance. If you are motivated, customer-focused, and eager to advance your career in the motor trade, we want to hear from you.

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cardiff and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Van Sales Executive opportunity.

Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job, let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.

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