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Sam Tinkler is a Recruitment Executive at Perfect Placement, specialising in automotive recruitment across Greater Manchester and the wider UK motor trade.

After beginning his recruitment career with Perfect Placement, Sam gained valuable commercial experience with one of the UK's leading drinks brands before returning to the business. That broader commercial background gives him a strong understanding of employer expectations, candidate motivation and what drives long-term employee retention. Today, Sam combines that experience with his automotive recruitment expertise to help businesses recruit the right people and candidates secure rewarding careers.

Key Takeaways

• Recruitment Executive specialising in automotive recruitment across Greater Manchester.
• Returned to Perfect Placement after gaining commercial experience with a leading drinks brand.
• Focuses on matching candidates to roles where they will genuinely succeed.
• Recruits across technical, aftersales and commercial motor trade positions.

Sam's approach centres on understanding the employer before searching for candidates. Rather than relying solely on a CV, he takes time to identify the technical requirements of the role, the culture of the business and the type of individual who will thrive within the team. By building a complete picture from the outset, Sam is able to present candidates who are not only technically capable but are also well suited to the business and its long-term goals.

Having originally spent two years recruiting within the automotive industry before gaining wider commercial experience, Sam returned to Perfect Placement with a broader perspective on recruitment. His experience outside the automotive sector strengthened his understanding of customer service, communication and employer expectations, allowing him to offer practical advice throughout the hiring process and support businesses in attracting candidates who are likely to stay and succeed.

Based in Greater Manchester, Sam works with franchised dealerships, independent garages, commercial vehicle businesses and other automotive employers across the region while also supporting recruitment campaigns throughout the UK. He recruits across a wide range of automotive positions, including Vehicle Technicians, MOT Testers, Workshop Controllers, Service Advisors, Parts Advisors, management positions and other technical, aftersales and commercial roles.

Whether helping a dealership recruit an experienced technician or supporting a candidate looking to take the next step in their career, Sam believes successful recruitment comes from listening first, understanding what both parties are looking for and finding the right long-term fit rather than simply filling a vacancy.

"Sam was brilliant throughout the whole process. He took the time to understand what I was looking for, kept me updated every step of the way and found me a role that was a perfect fit. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him."

Vehicle Technician, Greater Manchester

Away from recruitment, Sam studied at the University of East Anglia before earning a scholarship to study and play football at a university in the United States. The opportunity required commitment both academically and athletically and helped develop the discipline and resilience he brings to his professional life today. He remains a passionate Norwich City supporter and enjoys following Test cricket, appreciating the patience, preparation and attention to detail that the longer format demands.

Contact Sam

Looking to recruit or find your next role in the Greater Manchester motor trade? Sam is always happy to help. Whether you're hiring for your business or exploring your next career move, get in touch or send over your CV to start the conversation.

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