Electric Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive

Overview

Electric Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive, based in Basingstoke. £20,000 Basic £45,000 OTE (commission guaranteed for 6-9 months). Permanent Full-Time.

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established motor trade dealership in Basingstoke, who are expanding their commercial vehicle operation and are now looking to appoint a dedicated Electric Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a growing electric van brand, with full dealership backing, warm leads provided, and the chance to build a long-term sales pipeline from the ground up.

You will be the sole, dedicated sales professional for this brand - giving you full control, visibility, and long-term earning potential as the business develops.

The Role

This position is ideal for a motor trade sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing accounts, and taking responsibility for growing a product line.

You will manage all enquiries and customers for the electric commercial vehicle range, working with both new and existing business clients.

This is not a short-term, quick-turn role - the dealership is looking for someone who is stable, committed, and invested in seeing a project through as the brand grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all sales enquiries for the electric commercial vehicle range
• Handling inbound leads and developing new business opportunities
• Building long-term relationships with local businesses and fleet customers
• Managing the full sales process from enquiry to delivery
• Advising customers on electric vehicle solutions and suitability
• Supporting customers with finance options including leasing and contract hire
• Understanding business VAT implications (training provided where required)
• Maintaining accurate CRM and sales documentation
• Working closely with management to grow order bank and brand presence

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous motor trade dealership sales experience is essential
• Background in either car or commercial vehicle sales considered
• Understanding of leasing, contract hire, and business sales is advantageous
• Professional, structured, and process-driven approach
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Looking for stability and long-term development, not frequent role changes
• Comfortable building a brand and pipeline over time

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
• Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Day off in the week (5-day working week)
• No Sundays
• No Bank Holidays

Salary & Package

• £20,000 basic salary
• £45,000 OTE
• Guaranteed commission for the first 6-9 months while the order bank is built
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing electric commercial vehicle operation

This role would suit a Sales Executive who wants ownership, responsibility, and the chance to build something properly, rather than stepping into an already saturated sales desk.

Apply today to find out more about this Electric Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive opportunity and other roles within the motor trade.