Dealer Principal - Western Cape, Helderberg

SUMMARY:
JHB280 – Dealer Principal - Western Cape, Helderberg
 
#DriveYourCareerForward – and take the Wheel as a Visionary Dealer Principal

Are you a results driven Dealer Principal who thrives on autonomy, leadership, and achieving business growth? This is your opportunity to lead a high performing brand and dealership team and drive an exceptional brand toward continued success!

As Dealer Principal, you’ll be responsible for formulating tactical strategies and implementing delivery plans that maximise efficiency and profitability. Your focus will be on building and leading a strong dealership team, gaining market share through dynamic marketing and networking, growing sales and workshop productivity, and ensuring customer satisfaction at every touchpoint.
If you’re passionate about the automotive industry and confident in your ability to take a dealership to the next level, don’t wait … apply today!. 

Remuneration:
R 70 000 – R 80 000 – Negotiable, dependant on experience
Lucrative Incentive Structure
Benefits: Provident Fund & Medical Aid Contributions, Company vehicle, R 2500 Fuel Allowance

POSITION INFO:
Duties include

• Develop strategies to enhance dealership revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Implement people capacity plans aligned with performance objectives and budgets.
• Achieve and exceed financial targets as agreed.
• Manage cross-functional areas effectively to optimize operations.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and OEM guidelines.
• Oversee the dealership's financial assets, including cash flow, stock, and debtors.
• Lead and manage staff to attract and retain high-quality employees.
• Focus on customer acquisition and retention through customer-centric initiatives.
• Analyse market trends and competitor intelligence to inform strategies.
• Foster a positive work environment that maximizes employee productivity.

• Decision-making and initiating action.
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations.
• Leadership and supervision skills.
• Persuasion and influencing abilities.
• Strategic planning and organization.
• Ability to cope with pressures and setbacks.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.
• Knowledge of labour and regulatory legislation.
• Financial management expertise.
• Strong understanding of the motor industry and brand management.
• Customer service orientation.
• Effective people management skills.
• Proficiency in computer and financial management systems.

• Matric (Grade 12) required
• B Com / other relevant tertiary business/commercial qualifications (preferable)
• ± 7+ years in the motor industry with exposure to various business disciplines
• ± 5 + years in vehicle retail – new and pre-owned sales
• Min of ± 5 years Dealer Operational Management
• Experience in retail, sales and service
• Marketing experience