Sales Manager | BYD
Full Time, Automotive
Please Quote Reference Number 18234
  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing sales team
  • Build a career in the rapidly evolving New Energy Vehicle sector
  • Be part of the continued expansion of BYD across the Gold Coast

  • An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and driven Sales Manager to join our leadership team at BYD Surfers Paradise.

    With BYD continuing its rapid growth across Australia, we are looking for a proven automotive sales leader who can drive performance, develop people and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

    This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the importance of strong process and accountability, and wants to play a key role in the continued growth of our BYD Gold Coast operations.

    The Role

    Reporting to the General Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the BYD Surfers Paradise sales department.

    Key responsibilities will include:
    • Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing sales team
    • Driving monthly sales, order intake and delivery objectives
    • Managing daily sales activity, lead management and conversion performance
    • Ensuring every customer opportunity is followed up professionally and consistently
    • Driving strong Lead > Test Drive > Order conversions
    • Conducting regular one-on-ones, performance reviews and daily sales meetings
    • Maintaining strong sales pipeline and forecasting disciplines
    • Working closely with Business Managers to maximise Finance and Insurance opportunities
    • Driving trade-in and Car Care performance
    • Ensuring accurate CRM and sales reporting
    • Maintaining strong manufacturer training and dealership scorecard compliance
    • Taking ownership of customer experience and NPS performance
    • Creating a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement
    • Working collaboratively across our broader BYD Gold Coast operations
    About You

    We are looking for a leader who brings energy, discipline and a genuine passion for developing people.

    You will need:
    • Previous automotive Sales Manager, Assistant Sales Manager, or Senior Sales leadership experience
    • A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
    • Strong leadership, coaching and people-management capability
    • A sound understanding of automotive sales processes and dealership KPIs
    • Strong lead-management and CRM disciplines
    • The ability to analyse performance data and turn it into clear actions
    • Excellent communication and customer service skills
    • Strong commercial awareness across sales, finance, trade-ins and aftermarket
    • A proactive, hands-on leadership style
    • A genuine desire to build a high-performance team culture
    Experience with New Energy Vehicles is advantageous but not essential. More important is your ability to lead people, embrace change and execute consistently.

    What Success Looks Like

    Success in this role goes beyond simply achieving monthly sales targets.

    The successful candidate will:
    • Consistently achieve and exceed sales, delivery, and profitability targets
    • Build a highly engaged and accountable sales team
    • Drive strong lead conversion and customer retention results
    • Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and NPS performance
    • Develop future leaders within the business
    • Create a culture focused on performance, professionalism, and continuous improvement
    • Be recognised as a key contributor to the continued growth of BYD Gold Coast
    Why Join Us?

    This is an opportunity to join an exciting automotive group and brand during a significant period of growth and transformation.

    You will have the opportunity to:
    • Represent one of the world's leading New Energy Vehicle brands
    • Lead an established dealership in a major Gold Coast automotive market
    • Work within a growing and progressive automotive group
    • Develop and build a high-performing sales team
    • Be part of the continued expansion of BYD across the Gold Coast
    • Build your career within the rapidly evolving New Energy Vehicle sector
    If you are an experienced automotive leader who enjoys developing people, driving results, and creating a high-performance culture, we would like to hear from you.

    APPLY NOW with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your automotive leadership experience.

    Please Quote Reference Number 18234

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