Trainee Car Sales Executive - Coventry
Who are we?
We are Motorpoint, the UK’s leading omnichannel car retailer of nearly new cars. At Motorpoint, we all share the same vision:
To be the Car Buyer's Champion, trusted to deliver unrivalled Choice, Value and Quality.
We believe that by creating a fantastic place to work for our colleagues, we will deliver the best possible experience for our customers. So, if you want to work with an amazing group of people who are fun, friendly and get stuff done - and who bring our values to life – PROUD, HAPPY, HONEST, SUPPORTIVE – by working TOGETHER, then Motorpoint is the place to be and we are on a mission!
The Role: Trainee Sales Executive
Salary: £12.25 per hour basic + bonus
Location: Coventry
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours, 5 days out of 7 on a rota - weekend working will be required.
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What will you be getting up to?
- Be the friendly face that welcomes customers to our store
- Support the vehicle collection process, ensuring all paperwork and procedures are completed accurately
- Proactively resolve customer issues and ensure a smooth, professional experience
- Contact customers to arrange or amend collection dates
- Spot opportunities to upsell products and services
- Complete the training programme covering product knowledge and sales techniques, this will typically run for twelve months, with learning modules completed at your own speed. The length of the program will be dictated by your progress and ability
- Once you have successfully passed all training requirements you will progress to a Sales Executive position
- A positive attitude and alignment with our values: Proud, Honest, Supportive, Happy and Together
What do we need from you?
- A full UK driving licence (must be for both manual and automatic vehicles)
- Experience in a customer service role would be highly beneficial
- Drive to build a career with Motorpoint
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Comfortable using IT systems, including Outlook and Excel
- A team player who goes the extra mile for customers
What is in it for you?
- Paid time off every month to do something that makes you happy
- 28 days' holiday plus days off for your birthday, getting married, or moving house
- Additional holidays for length of service
- Long service awards
- Staff discount on cars and finance options
- Discounts and cashback at hundreds of high street retailers and restaurants through our “My M.O.T” platform
- Smart Tech in partnership with Currys
- Cycle to work
- Pension
- Healthcare
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Vocational and personal development training courses
- Quarterly team socials
- Team feasts
- Scratch card rewards
- Sharesave scheme (SAYE)
- Plus much more!
Closing Date: Sunday 14th September 2025
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have any concerns about potential barriers in the application process, please get in touch so we can ensure they are removed.
- Department
- Retail
- Role
- Sales
- Locations
- Coventry
Our teams
Making car buying easy takes all kinds of people. Yes, our Online and Showroom Sales teams kick off the process, but who’s keeping the engine running behind the scenes? For starters, there’s our Vehicle Preparation and Workshop teams, getting cars ready for sale. Then, there are Buyers, hunting out the best vehicles around. Software and Product teams create an amazing digital experience while Aftersales help customers post-purchase. Finally, there’s Head Office and Business Support keeping everything running smoothly.
About Motorpoint
Car buying made easy
At Motorpoint, buying a car is simple. We only do nearly new cars and nobody beats us on price. That’s a promise.
We only sell nearly new, and our cars are all under warranty – so peace of mind comes as standard. And with a range of makes and models to choose from, you’re sure to find one within your budget.
Whatever you need, we’re here to help. With finance options that put you in the driving seat and award-winning customer care before and after you buy, we’ll make sure you drive away happy.
So, what are you waiting for? Take a look at our cars or find out more about us below.
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