Selling Sales Manager

Due to continued growth and development within our Audi division, we are now looking to build on our greatest asset – Our People. We are seeking to recruit a highly driven and commercially astute Selling Sales Manager to lead our experienced pre-owned sales team on a full-time basis, based at our Audi Approved : plus Drogheda dealership.
Joe Duffy Group is Ireland’s leading motor retailer across 24 locations, 20 Franchises representing 13 brands, with a team of 600 employees and an enviable franchise portfolio of world-leading brands.  

Job Purpose:
Reporting to an Operations Director, this is a rare and exciting opportunity for a sales-focused leader to take responsibility for the performance and continued success of our Audi Approved :plus premium used car operation. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and direct customer engagement. You will lead by example—driving your own sales volumes while mentoring, developing, and maximising the potential of your team.

• Key Responsibilities:
  Direct Sales & Engagement: Personally engage in the premium sales process—handling customer enquiries, test drives, negotiations, and closing high-value deals.
• Team Leadership: Inspire, coach, and lead a high-performing sales team, ensuring individual and showroom targets are consistently achieved.
• Stock & Margin Management: Optimise the used car inventory, managing vehicle preparation, pricing strategies, to maximise profitability.
• Brand Standards: Build strong relationships with manufacturer partners and ensure full compliance with Audi brand guidelines, digital merchandising expectations, and corporate standards.
• Performance Tracking: Take full ownership of forecasting, reporting, and achieving all sales department KPIs, including finance (F&I) penetration and add-on products.
• Customer Experience: Create a premium, dynamic, and customer-focused showroom environment that aligns with the expectations of luxury brand buyers.
• Culture: Champion a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability across the floor.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A proven track record in premium motor sales, with at least two years’ experience in a sales management or strong senior sales executive role.
• A deep understanding of the premium used car market and vehicle valuation processes.
• A passion for selling and a highly visible, hands-on approach to dealership leadership.
• Strong commercial awareness with a razor-sharp focus on profitability, stock control, and customer satisfaction.
• Natural leadership and coaching ability backed by exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• A full clean EU driving licence

What we offer:

  • Competitive basic salary with performance based bonus
   • Company car and fuel allowance
   • Industry-leading training and development programmes
   • Clear progression pathways across the Joe Duffy Group

   • Pension
   • Bike to Work Scheme
   • Social Club & company events
   • Employee Assistance Programme

Third Party or Agency Assistance is Not Required – Thank You

Joe Duffy Group is an equal opportunities employer