Sales Executive Apprentice at Joe Duffy Volkswagen
Located near Exit 5 M, Dublin North
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice/Trainee Sales Executive to work with Volkswagen in Charlestown, Dublin.
Joe Duffy Group is Ireland's leading motor retailer representing top brands across locations with a team of employees and a strong franchise portfolio.
In recognition of its excellence, Joe Duffy Group was named one of Ireland's Best Employers in the Sunday Independent. Our competitive advantage lies in the quality of our people and the unrivalled career path we offer. We seek a dynamic and ambitious individual who displays drive, passion, energy, talent, and integrity.
A full clean Irish or EU driving licence and a valid work visa are essential requirements for this role.
The Sales Executive Apprentice will undergo a comprehensive -month training program which will lead to qualifying as a Joe Duffy Group Sales Executive.
The main areas of learning will be:
* Following the Joe Duffy Group sales process rigidly to pursue vehicle sales.
* Receiving instruction and guidance from the Sales Manager.
* Managing and developing customer follow-up and prospecting systems to create additional sales opportunities.
* Effectively guiding customers through the entire sales process from enquiry to delivery and beyond.
* Achieving agreed sales targets for new and used vehicles.
* Building rapport and lasting relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
* Maintaining and accurately recording all customer contact/details using in-house computer systems.
* Completing accurate appraisals of all vehicles presented in part-exchange, agreeing values with the Sales Manager.
* Actively achieving daily targets.
* Attending regular training to maintain product knowledge and increase skills.
* Achieving the required standards to become a Sales Executive.
Person Specification:
* Experience working in sales or customer service environments, providing exceptional customer service.
* Prior experience presenting products to customers is highly advantageous.
* Leaving Cert Maths and English (A1-C3) or equivalent are essential, or a graduate degree.
* A strong desire to succeed in selling motor vehicles.
* Clear demonstration of a strong work ethic, excellent organisation & negotiation skills.
* A warm and friendly personality portraying a professional and corporate image to all customers (face-to-face and over the phone).
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A disciplined approach to following a rigid process from start to finish.
* A full clean Driving Licence is a prerequisite for insurance reasons.
We will recognise and reward your hard work, achievements, and loyalty with our excellent reward and benefits package.
* Employment Assistance Programme.
* Social club.
* Industry-leading training and progressions plans.
* Bike to Work Scheme.
* Life cover.
This is an 'Apprentice Sales Executive' role. Joe Duffy Group offers a comprehensive training program tailored to suit individuals' needs, taking approximately nine months to complete. During this apprenticeship, you will receive extensive training in the Joe Duffy Group sales process, database management, marketing, customer service, and other skills necessary for a successful career in motor sales. You will be mentored, observe senior sales executives, attend classroom and brand training. For most of this training, you will not be expected to sell, but that is the end goal.
A full EU Driving Licence is essential. Ideally, you will demonstrate strong customer service, telesales, retail sales, or customer contact experience. Motor experience is not required, but a desire and understanding of the motor trade are essential. This position may also suit graduates looking to pursue a career in Motor Sales.
If you are passionate and believe you have what it takes to make a success within our organisation and want a career, not just a job, submit your CV and cover letter online today.
A full and clean Irish or EU driving licence and a full-time work VISA are absolutely essential requirements for this role.
Third Party Or Agency Assistance is Not Required - Thank You.
Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer.