Listers Group

About the Company

Listers Group is one of the largest private family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. We have been around since 1979, when we opened our first Audi and Volkswagen business in Coventry. The business has expanded and now represents 18 brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Yorkshire. These brands include Audi, BMW, CUPRA, Honda, Isuzu, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, SEAT, ŠKODA, smart, Toyota, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Volvo.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Listers Group

Job Title

Parts Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Parts Manager Role Summary: Oversee the daily operations of a busy vehicle parts department in a commercial vehicle dealership, managing sales, inventory, staff, and profitability while ensuring high customer service standards. Expactations: - Manage trade and retail parts sales, workshop supply, and customer interactions. - Lead department staff, providing coaching, performance reviews, and training. - Maintain accurate stock records, conduct regular inventory checks. - Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports to maximise profitability. - Collaborate with sales, service, and management teams to meet dealership goals. Key Responsibilities: - Supervise day‑to‑day department activities, including part ordering, pricing, and dispensing. - Monitor and optimise inventory levels; conduct daily/weekly stock takes. - Analyse sales data, identify trends, and recommend purchasing strategies. - Prepare and review monthly budget, variance, and forecast reports. - Conduct staff performance appraisals and coordinate training programmes. - Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and VW supplier requirements. - Resolve customer complaints and queries efficiently. Required Skills: - Strong organisational and time‑management abilities. - Excellent communication and customer‑service skills. - Proficiency in parts management software and Microsoft Office. - Ability to analyse financial data and produce budget reports. - Leadership skills with experience in staff development and team motivation. - Knowledge of vehicle parts, life‑cycle, and VW commercial vehicles preferred. Required Education & Certifications: - Minimum of a secondary school qualification (A‑levels or equivalent). - Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., NMC, OEM certification) preferred. - Proven experience in a UK vehicle parts department, ideally a main dealer.

Coventry, United kingdom

On site

01-12-2025

Company Name

Listers Group

Job Title

Car Sales Executive

Job Description

**Job Title** Car Sales Executive **Role Summary** Drive sales and profitability at a premium automotive dealership by engaging customers, matching vehicles to their needs, and closing deals with financing and add‑ons. Deliver a full customer journey from enquiry to contract while meeting monthly performance targets. **Expectations** - Achieve monthly KPI levels for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add‑on sales. - Maintain high customer satisfaction and strong follow‑up for repeat business. - Adhere to FCA rules, data protection, and accurate customer record‑keeping. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Handle inbound and outbound customer enquiries (phone, walk‑ins, internet). 2. Qualify prospects and create a positive first impression. 3. Present vehicles, features, financing options, and add‑on products. 4. Prepare and negotiate sales contracts. 5. Meet or exceed sales targets and KPI metrics. 6. Update CRM with accurate customer and vehicle data. 7. Collaborate with finance, service, and marketing teams to maximise profitability. **Required Skills** - Proven sales experience, ideally car or retail sales. - Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills. - Ability to work a rotating weekend schedule. - Valid UK driver’s licence. - Detail‑oriented data entry and adherence to FCA/PI system standards. **Required Education & Certifications** - High school diploma or equivalent. - Preferable automotive or motor trade background; full on‑the‑job training provided if lacking. - No mandatory professional certifications required; dealership qualifications (e.g., NCT, ACCA) are advantageous.

Worcester, United kingdom

On site

10-12-2025

Company Name

Listers Group

Job Title

Accounts Assistant

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Role Summary: Support day‑to‑day accounting operations within a vehicle retail environment, ensuring accurate processing of sales and purchase ledgers, bank entries, and nominal postings. Assist with month‑end close, reconciliations, and stakeholder queries across finance, sales, and service teams. Expactations: - Demonstrated numeracy and meticulous attention to detail. - Ability to perform under pressure, prioritise workload, and maintain error‑free outputs. - Strong communication skills for face‑to‑face, telephone, and email interactions with customers, suppliers, and internal departments. - Minimum one year of comparable finance experience or completion of a finance/ accounting entry programme. - Willingness to undertake full training in industry‑specific systems such as ADP. Key Responsibilities: - Process daily bank transactions and maintain the sales ledger, posting entries and managing credit control activities. - Record and reconcile purchase ledger invoices, credit notes, and supplier statements; coordinate payment runs and resolve supplier queries. - Post nominal ledger entries, including bank, inter‑company, and other general journals. - Manage petty cash balances and documentation. - Assist the senior accountant with month‑end closing procedures, variance analysis, and resolution of accounting queries. Required Skills: - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). - Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. - Excellent organisation and time‑management skills. - Effective communication and customer‑service orientation. Required Education & Certifications: - No formal degree mandatory; a finance or accounting qualification (e.g., W1, BSc Finance) is advantageous. - No mandatory certifications, but familiarity with accounting software and the automotive trading environment is preferred.

Bristol, United kingdom

On site

Fresher

16-12-2025

Company Name

Listers Group

Job Title

Volvo Car Sales Executive

Job Description

**Job Title:** Volvo Car Sales Executive **Role Summary:** Drive sales of Volvo vehicles at a dealership, delivering outstanding customer service while meeting monthly performance targets. Responsibilities include prospecting, negotiating, closing sales, and managing financing and add‑on product sales. **Expectations:** - Achieve or exceed KPI targets for unit sales, profit per unit, finance penetration, and add‑on product sales. - Maintain accurate customer and vehicle data in compliance with FCA and data‑protection regulations. - Adhere to the dealership’s working schedule (Mon‑Sat with rotating Sunday shifts). - Contribute to a high‑quality customer database and overall sales effectiveness. **Key Responsibilities:** - Build rapport and trust with prospects and customers through effective communication and personalized service. - Identify and qualify prospects via inbound enquiries, walk‑ins, and outbound prospecting. - Conduct test drives, present vehicle features, and tailor solutions to customer needs. - Negotiate pricing, financing terms, and add‑on products to maximize profit per unit. - Process contracts, financing applications, and documentation in line with FCA guidelines. - Update and maintain the CRM database with accurate customer and vehicle information. - Meet monthly KPIs for sales, profit, finance penetration, and add‑on product sales. **Required Skills:** - Proven sales and negotiation ability; track record of meeting/exceeding targets. - Strong customer service orientation and rapport‑building skills. - Knowledge of automotive financing and add‑on product sales. - Proficiency in CRM and data entry; accuracy in maintaining records. - Excellent communication, time‑management, and organisational skills. - Resilience, teamwork, and a proactive, goal‑driven mindset. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Valid UK driver’s licence. - Minimum of secondary education (GCSEs or equivalent). - Motor trade, automotive, or car dealership experience preferred but not essential; full training will be provided. - Understanding of FCA and data‑protection regulations (training provided).

Royal leamington spa, United kingdom

On site

22-01-2026