Our automotive dealer client based in Menlyn currently holds a vacancy for an experienced Dealer Principal for their operations.

The position requires a high profile, experienced, passionate person, who enjoys autonomy and is confident in achieving business growth. The focus of this role is about driving and achieving results.

Qualifications and Experience
• Matric with a relevant Degree or similar
• Prior learning will be recognized
• Fully Computer literate
• Automate or Kerridge

EXPERIENCE
A minimum of five years’ experience as a Dealer Principal, General Manager or similar with commercial vehicles within the Automotive Retail Industry.

Skills and Personal Attributes
• Ability to deliver bottom line results while ensuring compliance to company policies and corporate governance
• Ability to develop and implement strategies for growth
• Strong entrepreneurial skills
• Sound financial / accounting knowledge
• Good business acumen
• 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, stocks 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 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

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
• Cultural sensitivity toward customers and staff
• Competitive and results focused
• Integrity and entrepreneurial flair
• Professional
• Reliable and responsible
• Innovative and energetic