Job Description Reporting to the Dealer Principal, the Approved Pre- Owned Manager is fully responsible for the management of the Pre Owned department, which includes:
• Assisting the Dealer Principal in formulating pre-owned car sales policy
• Maximising sales and profitability through satisfaction and retention of customers to meet sales forecast
• Developing the necessary sales organisation to meet sales and profitability objectives
• Ensuring optimum stock of cars on premises
• Ensuring cost control to budget within the department
• Management / monitoring of ageing stock

Position Overview
This position is regarded as a key management role and will be suited to an experienced manager who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service; motivate staff; control costs and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis

Specific Role Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience
• Sales management and marketing skills, knowledge and experience
• A sales or technical qualification will be an added advantage
• A minimum of Grade 12.
• At least 3 years’ experience in the trade

Skills and Personal Attributes • Ability to manage, administer and motivate a department and to provide organisation, systems and leadership
• Up-to-date knowledge of vehicle legislation and of trade practices
• Able to motivate a sales team to achieve objectives
• Evaluation experience
• Auto bid experience would be beneficial