Our well established dealership client based in Kimberley is looking to employ an experienced DP for their business.

This position is regarded as a key senior management role and it would be expected that the individual will properly manage the dealership and ensure profitability of the branch.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Dealer Principal is fully responsible for the management of the Dealership, which includes:

• Ability to deliver bottom line results while ensuring compliance to company policies and corporate governance
• Ability to develop and implement strategies for growth
• Ability to make sound business decisions
• Ability to apply modern business methods
• Ability to ensure maximum efficiency and profitability in all departments
• Ability to create a customer centric environment and maximize customer service levels
• Ability to control cash flow, stock and assets at a level commensurate with profit requirements and satisfactory return on investment
• Ability to manage risk and ensure audit requirement compliance
• Ability to ensure dealer compliance to franchise standards and target requirements
• Ability to create a high performance culture and climate in the dealership
• Strong ability to attract, motivate and retain talent
• Ability to develop and encourage strong working relationships at all levels in the business
• Ability to manage performance and deal with poor-performance immediately


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Criteria:

• 5 Years Dealer Principal experience - Essential
• Basic business and financial acumen
• Sound knowledge of manufacturer and brand requirements.
• Experience in other franchises will be advantageous
• Knowledge of governance and compliance regulations and requirements
• Fully computer literate
• Motor industry trading experience
• Entrepreneurial skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Sound understanding of sales, service and parts
• Good administrative skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Action orientated
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Strong values; principles and business ethics
• Cultural sensitivity toward customers and staff
• Competitive and results focussed
• Integrity and entrepreneurial flair
• Reliable and responsible
• Innovative and energetic