Sales Manager

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Ultimate Talent is seeking, on behalf of an International Automotive Company, a talented and qualified candidate for the position of Sales Manager, based in Erbil, Iraq. Vacancy No. UT-VA-265 1 Position Sales Manager Reporting To: General Manager No. of Position: 1 Working Station: Erbil, Iraq Type of Employee: National Salary Range: 2,500,000–3,000,000 IQD per month Announcement Date: 10-Nov-2026 Application deadline: 30-Nov-2026 Job Summary The Sales Manager will lead automotive sales operations, manage the sales team, and implement strategies to achieve sales targets and business growth. The role will oversee showroom activities, develop customer relationships, and ensure excellent customer service throughout the sales and vehicle handover process. Duties and Responsibilities • Develop and implement sales plans to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual targets. • Lead, coach, and evaluate the sales team, setting individual targets and monitoring performance. • Manage daily showroom operations and maintain professional customer service standards. • Oversee customer inquiries, test drives, negotiations, bookings, and vehicle deliveries. • Monitor sales leads and customer follow-ups through the CRM system. • Build relationships with individual customers, corporate clients, and fleet buyers. • Identify new business opportunities and expand corporate and fleet sales. • Monitor competitor pricing, promotions, and market trends. • Coordinate with marketing on campaigns, events, and lead-generation activities. • Work with inventory and logistics teams to ensure vehicle availability and timely delivery. • Ensure quotations, discounts, contracts, and payment arrangements follow company policies. • Coordinate with finance to confirm payments before releasing vehicles. • Resolve escalated customer concerns and work with aftersales teams to improve customer satisfaction. • Prepare sales forecasts and reports on revenue, profitability, and team performance. • Train the sales team on vehicle specifications, sales techniques, and customer care. • Maintain accurate records and protect confidential customer information. Required Qualifications and Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. • Minimum 5 years of sales experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role. • Strong communication skills in Kurdish, Arabic, and English. • Previous automotive sales experience and a strong understanding of dealership operations. • Proven ability to achieve sales targets and manage a successful sales team. • Strong knowledge of vehicle features, pricing, and customer purchasing needs. • Experience in corporate and fleet sales is an advantage. • Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. • Ability to analyze sales performance and prepare forecasts. • Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. • Strong organizational and problem-solving