TRG 2094 (Ermelo) Truck & Commercial Dealer Principal

NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE : Truck & Commercial Dealer Principal REF: TRG 2094 (#Ermelo) from #TheRecruitmentGuy #DealerPrincipal #Dealership #Mpumalanga #Truck #Commercial #CSI STEP 1 - TRG 2094 – JOB SPEC PREP NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE Title: Truck & Commercial Dealer Principal Area: Ermelo Industry: Truck & Commercial Dealership Ref No.: TRG 2094 Salary: TCTC : Comprehensive package to be discussed. Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable An opportunity for a mature and experienced TRUCK & COMMERCIAL DEALER PRINCIPAL is required for permanent employment based on the Ermelo. Reporting to the Group Director and Finance Director, The D.P. will be expected to: • Instil and administer operating policies and standards designed to assure competitive representation of products and services. • Maximizing on return of investments. • You will shape the strategic positioning and development of the dealership, and assume responsibility for the. • Commercial product and services range • The budget planning • Leading and steering of your management team and thus achieve the targets set for the dealership. • Be highly motivated and with a distinct goal orientation you will enjoy leading your sales and service team to success. • You will be a problem solver with a passion for leading and developing your staff. • With several years of previous managerial experience, you will have good knowledge about the commercial / truck automotive industry. • In addition to your ability to communicate and your creativity, you will be able to motivate your employees to achieve top performance. • Be responsibility for sales, turnover and results. • Development of the dealership by developing and implementing innovative sales and marketing strategies and driving the business. • Management and development of employees through disciplinary and functional guidance and target setting. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Staff Management & Training • Ensure that all staff practice good customer and staff relations, which will enhance customer image, thereby leading to repeat business. • Promote team spirit, unity and harmony amongst all staff. • Ensure good employee relations, holding individual and collective discussions aimed at maintaining a work environment conducive to maximising work performance. • Ensure that training processes are in place, aimed at all staff being trained so as to best perform their duties. • Arrange monthly meetings of senior departmental staff, recording discussions and ensuring implementation of decisions. • Ensure that the admin staff job functions are complied with, limited to their job description and that they are able to perform the job function of other admin staff. • Maintain good liaison with Executives and line managers. • Operate staff performance appraisal system and manage. performance and deal with poor performance immediately. • Liaise with the HSE department to ensure adequate safety and security measures have been installed to protect personnel and property. • Create a high-performance culture and climate in the dealership. • Strong ability to attract, motivate and retain talent. • Develop and encourage strong working relationships at all levels in the business. • Establish and agree on labour and staff requirements with Executives, Line management, and HR. • Ensure training needs are met and accurate records are kept maximizing possible grants. • To compile and review departmental activities and reporting systems. Customer Service • Assist where necessary in the handling of customer and public relations. • Ensure that premises are clean, tidy and conducive to business. • Ensure that company vehicles are regularly maintained, clean and presentable. • Instigate research into customer satisfaction and requirements for improvement. • Create a customer-centric environment and maximize customer service levels. • Ensure all customer invoices have been prepared and submitted. Legal Compliance and Security • Ensure that the companies’ policies and procedures are adhered to. • Ensure that all safety and local authority requirements are adhered to. • Ensure that security measures are in place so as to minimise losses. • Ensure that group requirements and expectations of all departments are complied with. • Monitor Labour performance against known standards. • Ability to deliver bottom-line results while ensuring compliance with company policies and corporate governance. • Cost control of expenses in line with budget objectives. • Carry out monthly examinations of management accounts. • Manage risk and ensure audit requirement compliance. • Ensure dealer compliance with franchise standards and target requirements. Business Management • Create a high-performance culture and climate in the dealership. • Ensure that no unpaid services rendered, or un-invoiced trading stock leave the premises. • Ensure that stocks are ordered timeously, so as not to interrupt supplies and further, to ensure that sufficient stock is available to meet customer demand. • Monitor and control the availability of vehicle and parts. • To improve stock turnover ratios, reduce stock holding value and increase sales to meet Company objectives. • To be able to apply modern business methods. • Ensure maximum efficiency and profitability of the branch whilst giving customer satisfaction. • Ensure high standards of quality and workmanship. • Cost control of expenses in line with budget objectives • Develop and encourage strong working relationships at all levels in the business. • To compile and review departmental activities and reporting systems. • Control cash flow, stock, and assets at a level commensurate with profit requirements and a satisfactory return on investment. • Direct Liaison with manufacturers, professional bodies, suppliers, statutory representatives, and all other contacts Sales Management • Support sales with pre-approved advertising and promotions. • Liaise with Marketing Department to plan the completion of sales campaigns, advertising, and promotional activities and to ensure their cost-effectiveness. • Monitor and analyse departmental and branch sales and expenses so as to ensure attainment of monthly and annual targets. • Ensure the branch attains overall net profit margins as per their objectives. • Observe and report on activities of competitors. • Must be able to develop and implement strategies for growth. • Implement corrective action where necessary, so as to attain CSI results equal to, or better, than national average of all individuals and departments. • Maximize Company profitability through the sale of vehicles, associated products, parts, and labour. • Assist in reviewing pricing policies, sales discounts, fleet discounts, parts pricing, and labour rates. • Forecast peak sales criteria and cash requirements.

SKILLS: • Basic Business and Financial Acumen. • Commercial / Truck : Product and Brand Knowledge • Sound understanding of sales, service, and parts. • Sound knowledge of Manufacturer and Distributor requirements. • Ability to work under pressure. • Ability to work both in a team and independently. • Strong Values, principles, and business ethics. • Competitive and results focused. • Integrity and entrepreneurial flair. • Reliable and responsible. • Innovative and energetic.