Dealer Principal – Limpopo - Bonafide Human Capital

Description

The position of Dealer Principal is responsible for leading people, achieving results, and driving business growth at our automotive vehicle dealer client in Limpopo.

This role requires an experienced, dedicated person who enjoys autonomy, is aligned to the brand, has a visible, hands-on leadership approach, and is confident in achieving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver bottom line results while ensuring compliance to company policies and corporate governance.
• Ensure all departments achieve profit margins agreed to in their objectives/budgets.
• Manage cash flow, stock, and assets at an optimum level commensurate with profit requirements and a satisfactory return on investment.
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with vehicle manufacturers.
• Develop strategies to drive dealership revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Ensure high standards of quality and workmanship are delivered.
• Forecast and track performance to measure and improve operational efficiency.
• Facilitate facility management and ensure compliance with OHS requirements.

Requirements:

• 8+ years relevant retail motor industry experience.
• Effectively managing and leading teams.
• Knowledge of vehicle financing, stock management, and sales.
• Sound understanding of finance and financial transactions.

Desirable Skills:

• Communication: Communicate professionally at multiple levels.
• Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people and building relationships.
• Managing manufacturer/OEM relationships.
• Dealership Operations Management.
• Business and Financial acumen.