Sales Executive - Leslies Motors

Job Posted: 31 October 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £40,000 (OTE)
• Industries: Automotive Retail Sales & Marketing

Sales Executive – Chery

Leslies Motors | Cowes, Isle of Wight

Salary: OTE £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 6:00pm, with alternate Saturdays (one on, one off)
Benefits: Company Vehicle | 22 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Join one of the UK's fastest growing car brands: Leslies Motors has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Sales Executive to join our Chery dealership in Cowes.

Chery is one of the fastest-growing automotive brands in the UK, offering an exciting range of modern, stylish and technologically advanced vehicles.

As we continue to develop the Chery brand on the Isle of Wight, we are looking for someone with the right personality, ambition and potential to become a successful member of our sales team.

You don't need previous motor trade experience to succeed in this role. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, has a positive attitude and is eager to learn. We will provide the training, product knowledge and support to help you develop into a successful Sales Executive.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in the motor industry, representing an exciting new brand while being part of a long-established, family-owned Island business.

The Role

As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for helping customers find the right vehicle while delivering the high standards of customer service that Leslies Motors is known for.

From welcoming customers into the showroom to arranging test drives and handing over their new vehicle, you will play an important role in making the buying experience enjoyable and straightforward.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming customers and building positive, professional relationships.
• Understanding customers' requirements and helping them choose the right vehicle.
• Demonstrating the Chery range and conducting test drives.
• Explaining vehicle features, technology and purchasing options.
• Responding to showroom, telephone and online enquiries.
• Following up with prospective customers and developing sales opportunities.
• Working towards individual and dealership sales targets.
• Maintaining accurate customer records and completing sales administration.
• Ensuring customers receive an excellent experience throughout their purchase.
• Developing your product knowledge through ongoing manufacturer training.

About You

We are looking for potential, not necessarily experience.

The ideal candidate will be someone who:

• Enjoys meeting people and providing excellent customer service.
• Is friendly, confident and approachable.
• Has a positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Is motivated to succeed and enjoys achieving goals.
• Communicates clearly and builds relationships easily.
• Is organised, reliable and takes pride in their work.
• Is comfortable using computers and learning new systems.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Has the ambition to develop a long-term career in sales.

Previous sales or customer service experience would be beneficial, but it is not essential. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds who feel they have the right attitude and potential.

A full, valid UK driving licence is essential.

What We Offer

• On-target earnings of £40,000 per annum.
• Company vehicle.
• Alternate Saturday working – one Saturday on, one Saturday off.
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Full sales and manufacturer product training.
• Ongoing coaching and support from an experienced management team.
• The opportunity to represent one of the UK's fastest-growing automotive brands.
• Career development opportunities within a growing dealer group.
• A friendly, supportive working environment.
• The stability of a long-established, family-owned business.

About Leslies Motors

Leslies Motors is the Isle of Wight's largest privately owned franchised motor dealer group, proudly representing Toyota, Kia, Suzuki, Chery, OMODA and JAECOO.

With over 75 years of trading on the Isle of Wight and now in its third generation of family ownership, we have built a strong reputation for professionalism, stability and outstanding customer care.

Despite our continued growth, we remain a family-run business that values its employees, customers and local community.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic, enjoy working with people and are looking for an opportunity to develop a rewarding career in sales, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter telling us why you believe you would be a great fit for the role. Closing date: 27^th November (This may close early if a suitable candidate has been identified). Submit applications through IsleofWightjobs.com.

No previous motor trade experience required – just the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Join Leslies Motors and help us grow the Chery brand on the Isle of Wight.