District Sales Manager

District Sales Manager

If shortlisted, you'll be invited to spend the day with us at Mercedes-Benz UK for an Assessment Centre on Friday 6 November. Candidates must be available to attend on this date.

Location: Field-based. Regular travel across your assigned sales district will be required, including frequent visits to Agent partners and Mercedes-Benz UK as needed.

About Us

At Mercedes-Benz Cars, our passion lies not only in what we build and deliver, but in the people who bring it to life. We’re enthusiastic, forward-thinking and dedicated to shaping the future of mobility with sustainable solutions and outstanding customer experiences.

Together, we create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong, can contribute and be their best self. Our culture is built on respect and equal opportunity. We celebrate the diversity of our teams, recognising that different perspectives and experiences strengthen who we are, what we do and how we do it.

How you'll play your part

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving sales and market share growth across your district, using data, insight and forecasting to shape commercial performance. Acting as a trusted partner to Agents, MBUK leadership and key stakeholders, you'll influence decision-making, strengthen relationships and deliver outstanding results across the Mercedes-Benz network.

You'll bring experience in sales performance management, forecasting and reporting, supported by a strong understanding of automotive retail, Agency models, automotive finance and key regulatory requirements, including Consumer Duty and Conduct Rules.

• Turn sales and competitor insights into targeted actions that accelerate growth, strengthen market share and drive Agent success.
• Deliver performance insights and challenge through monthly and quarterly sales reviews, driving continuous improvement across the Agent network.
• Provide accurate, data-led sales forecasts that support planning and commercial decision-making.
• Lead month-end activity, identifying opportunities and closing sales gaps to maximise registrations and group sales.
• Drive local marketing execution, partnering with stakeholders to generate leads and support volume growth.
• Act as the key link between MBUK and Agents, strengthening relationships and driving operational performance.
• Drive finance penetration and retention through performance analysis, process reviews and targeted improvement plans.
• Support regulatory compliance and customer outcomes, working with Governance & Oversight to identify risks and implement corrective actions.

What you'll bring

Essential

• Commercially astute, using insight and data to drive growth, performance and market share.
• Experience in sales performance, forecasting and strategic business planning within retail, automotive or a similarly commercial environment.
• Credible and influential stakeholder manager, confident in providing challenge and driving performance.
• Expert relationship builder with credibility across diverse stakeholder networks.
• Results-focused, resilient and accountable, with the drive to deliver in a dynamic environment.
• Confident presenter and communicator, skilled in leading impactful business reviews and performance conversations.
• Passionate about customer outcomes and long-term business success.
• Knowledge of automotive finance and regulatory requirements, including Consumer Duty and Conduct Rules.

Desirable

• Experience working within an automotive retail, retailer or Agency sales model.
• Knowledge of financial services products and sales processes.
• Experience leading commercial change initiatives and driving adoption across stakeholder groups.

At Mercedes-Benz you are required to maintain ethical standards in accordance with our policies. You must also adhere to the company's compliance guidelines and policies including anti-bribery and all relevant competition law.

What's in it for you

Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a competitive range of benefits to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, development and future ambitions.

• Reward and benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme and a company-funded benefits bank with options including private medical insurance, dental insurance, income protection, a health cash plan, annual leave purchase, medical screening and discounted gym membership.
• Time to recharge: 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Mercedes-Benz perks: The opportunity to drive a Mercedes-Benz through one of our colleague car schemes.
• Planning for the future: A company pension.
• Wellbeing support: Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Peppy, Mental Health First Aiders, Menopause Support and a Virtual GP Service.
• Development opportunities: Access to the Development Hub, learning tools, virtual and in-person training, leadership programmes and career development resources.

What's next?

Once you click apply, you'll be taken to the Mercedes-Benz Group careers portal to complete a short application form.

Right to work

Due to UK legislation, applications are accepted only from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Managing your data

Mercedes-Benz processes application data in accordance with UK General Data Protection Regulation requirements. Application data is held within the secure Taleo application tracking system.

For further information, contact careers@mercedes-benz.com. For data protection queries, contact data.protection@mercedes-benz.com.

Contact: Mercedes-Benz UK Limited, Delaware Drive, MK15 8BA Milton Keynes. Email: Careers@Mercedes-Benz.com