Marty's story

Before life in car sales I was a student at the University Of Ulster Jordanstown studying BSc(Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences. I finished up in May 2006 with a 2:1 and was unaware of where to start my career. Like many other trainees I heard the advertisement on the radio and because I held an interest in cars, was extremely motivated and had the ability to manage 100 things at once(which the job description doesn't state) I thought this has to be the job for me.

After a little research into the Dealer Group and with the unbelievable interest and competition on the recruitment day I thought this has my name all over it. It is quite ironic that the competition on that day emulates life in the car industry as you are always competing against other brands. 

I began a 6 month training programme which gave me a great depth of knowledge to assist me in not only selling but also in giving me an all round understanding of the business. I started selling mid December to get myself ready for the start of the year which is what we call the "busy period", now I can state that all year is a "busy period" in here.

We are now into July and as a sales executive I have yet to miss target, hitting every single month consecutively with my best month being May

I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of car sales, the thrill from a sale cannot be explained, it is not easy but you definetely get out what you put into it. If you are extremely organised and on top of everything you will succeed. The importance of acting on certain things asap ensures that things are not forgotten and therefore increases customer experience which in turn drives business.

The  Group as a whole are fair and rewarding. The important thing is to listen and learn from the experienced.

Although my career with the group has been relatively short I can see myself with this company for a long time, long may it continue.