Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000218/HG

Date posted:

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
New role is available for a Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager for our client based in Isando JHB.

POSITION INFO:
The Pre-Owned Operations Manager is responsible for establishing, managing, and growing the OEM’s pre-owned vehicle operations. Initially focused on professionalising and controlling the Tradeback process through an outsourced partner, the role will evolve to develop a full-fledged Pre-Owned Division, enhance resale strategies, and expand the brand’s presence in the pre-owned commercial truck market.

Key Responsibilities

Tradeback & Partner Oversight
- Oversee trade-in vehicle processing and stock movement with an outsourced partner
- Monitor refurbishment, cost control, and wholesale pricing
- Ensure accurate reporting and competitive pricing alignment
Pre-Owned Division Development
- Design systems and processes aligned with OEM standards
- Expand resale partner networks and define performance metrics
- Develop marketing and branding strategies for pre-owned trucks
Division Growth & Leadership
- Transition operations into a structured in-house division
- Build and lead a dedicated team as the business scales
- Drive profitability and provide strategic input to leadership

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Tradeback turnaround times
Cost and margin control
Pricing competitiveness
Stock tracking accuracy
Partner SLA compliance
Resale volume and profitability
Pre-Owned Division development milestones

Skills & Competencies

Strong operational and financial management
Strategic thinking and business development skills
Partner and stakeholder management
Market analysis and pricing strategy expertise
High attention to detail, compliance, and adaptability

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or similar
5–8 years’ experience in automotive or commercial vehicle industry (ideally pre-owned, tradeback, or fleet operations)
Experience with outsourced partner management, dealer networks, and scaling business units
Code 8 driver’s license required

Collaboration Areas

Sales & Dealer Network
Outsourced Operations
Finance
After-Sales & Technical Teams

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