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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Vehicle Sales Assistant jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 39 Vehicle Sales Assistant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Vehicle Sales Assistant do?

  Vehicle sales executives sell cars and motors vehicles in specialised shops.

  Tasks required include:

  • Discusses customer’s requirements, advises on most appropriate vehicle, explains its features and arranges test drive.
  • Negotiates sale price including any ‘trade-in’ and extra accessories, works out finance arrangements and completes sales paperwork.
  • Carries out pre-delivery inspection and formal hand-over of vehicle to customer.
  • Updates stock record, orders new vehicles from manufacturer, buys in used cars.
  • Receives orders for parts by phone, email or in person and checks availability on stock record.
  • Obtains parts from store or orders from suppliers.
  • Organises delivery of parts and handles payment.
  • Orders new supplies, arranges storage and updates stock records.

• What are the entry requirements for a Vehicle Sales Assistant?

  There are no formal academic requirements for entry but some employers may ask for GCSEs and/or some previous relevant work experience. Apprenticeships may be available in some areas. Vehicle salespersons generally require a full, clean driving licence.