Performance Manager

You’ve probably heard of Autotrader, but do you know what we’re all about?  

We’re the UK’s leading automotive marketplace, a heritage brand, and a tech darling of the stock market. We bring together vehicle buyers and sellers to give them real choices. Cars may be what we're best known for but we’re also the place for pretty much everything else on wheels, from e-bikes to caravans. 

In the automotive world, change is a constant, that’s why we take our job of untangling the complex car-buying journey very seriously. 
 
At our core, we’re all about people. We go our own way while embracing diversity and celebrating our differences. We dedicate ourselves to the idea that we work better together. 

Autotrader is a beautiful, surprising and vibrant place to work. We might not be for everyone, but we could be perfect for you. 

We’re seeking a Performance Manager to join our team as a specialist expert in digital retailing, working closely with automotive retailers to drive engagement, performance, and commercial growth. This role blends analysis, coaching, and partnership to help retailers maximise the value of Autotrader’s products and services. 
The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, with digital retailing transforming how vehicles are bought and sold and significant shifts occurring in how manufacturers and retailers operate. This dynamic environment presents exciting challenges and opportunities, making the Performance Manager role at Autotrader crucial to driving success in this changing landscape. 

You will be responsible for managing relationships with a portfolio of automotive retailers, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored support to improve their digital retailing performance. Your role will involve analysing performance data, identifying growth opportunities, and coaching retailers to embed solutions that drive measurable results. Collaboration is key, as you will work alongside internal teams and external partners to influence and inspire retailers, ensuring they fully leverage Autotrader’s digital products. You will also contribute to the ongoing evolution of our commercial approach, helping shape how we engage with the market. 

No two days are the same in this role. You’ll balance proactive outreach, problem-solving, and strategic thinking, adapting to the diverse challenges faced by different retailers. Your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and work autonomously will be essential. 

A commercially minded approach is important, with a focus on meeting targets and KPIs while maintaining a consultative and collaborative style. Experience using data to tell a story and influence decisions will help you provide valuable insights and drive change. If you’re motivated by working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoy combining analysis with hands-on coaching, influencing and partnership, we’d love to hear from you. 

You might believe that a passion for cars is a requirement, but guess what? It’s not! At Autotrader, you’re welcome just as you are.

• Experience working in a B2B role/environment to drive change, engagement, and performance improvements.  
• You’ll be skilled at building strong relationships and presenting confidently to a variety of stakeholders. 
• A proactive, commercially minded approach with the ability to identify and leverage opportunities. 
• You’ll be comfortable working to KPIs and targets. 
• Strong coaching skills with the ability to showcase and embed solutions that help retailers thrive in a rapidly evolving digital retail landscape. 
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, able to identify and resolve complex challenges independently while collaborating effectively within a team. 
• Competence in using data to tell a compelling story that influences decisions and drives commercial outcomes. You’ll have a good grasp of Excel and be able to translate data insights into clear, actionable recommendations. 
• Resilience and tenacity to navigate a fast-paced, changing environment, balancing skill with the willingness to get hands-on and engage directly with customers. 
• A collaborative mindset, working closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-impact results. 
• An eagerness to learn about the automotive ecosystem, digital retailing trends, and new tools that support your role and the wider business. 

Got some, but not all, of the job requirements and feel like you'd be a great fit? Go ahead and apply! 

Benefits

We’re offering a salary of £37,500 – £45,000, plus an additional 10% of your salary awarded to you in shares each year. These awarded shares will become yours in yearly instalments over the next three years, and you can choose to either sell them or keep them as shares. 

You'll have 28 days holiday per year, and that's in addition to bank holidays and half day closures on Christmas and New Year's Eve.

That’s not all. We have employee pension contributions up to 7%, comprehensive private medical cover, enhanced family leave provisions, a car salary sacrifice scheme, share-save options, and much more. 

We always want to give you the support you need and help prioritise your wellbeing, that’s why we provide access to 24/7 online GP and dentist, as well as specialist support for assisted fertility, gender dysphoria, menopause, period care plans and lots more.  

On top of all that, our hybrid model, Connected Working, combines the best of both worlds – office and home working. You’ll have two fixed weekly office days for team collaboration and one more of your choice to suit your work-life balance.  

Additionally, we have our remote-first periods at set times during summer and winter. During these periods, you can work remotely anywhere in the UK and from certain locations abroad.

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