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Our well known motor vehicle dealer client based in Northcliff is looking to employ an experienced Parts Manager. Position Overview To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of all sales activities and processes related to parts, in order to maximise sales, and maintain agreed profit margins and return on investment. To ensure the management of stock levels are in line with company policy. Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ Years’ Experience as a Parts Manager
• Computer literate – DRIVE experience advantageous
• Strong Parts Retail experience
• Valid Drivers License
• Renault experience advantageous

Job Description Process and Governance Contribute to the development of the appropriate strategy and set targets within area of accountability. Define standard operating procedures (SOPs). Implement and manage end-to-end processes. Manage operational risk and risk mitigation initiatives. Monitor and report on progress against operational plans and adjust where required. Plan, manage and monitor governance compliance processes in area of accountability in order to manage risks and expose liabilities. Resolve problems by applying the necessary discretion and guidelines. Achieve and exceed OEM/Importer sales targets. Coordinate and monitor the sales and marketing activities of parts, products and accessories for delivering against planned initiatives. Manage efforts to improve current sales of parts, products and accessories that can potentially lead to higher profitability and improved client satisfaction. Manage parts returned, correct stock management, queries and settlement discounts. Manage parts sales channels including: telesales, counter sales, sales representatives and etc. Understand and adhere to OEM/Importer targets. Finance Manage financial activities in line with approved policies and procedures. Manage, monitor and report on budget variances and provide solutions. Grow turnover and customer base to maximise profits. Client/Customer Build sustainable relationships with customers that contribute to a culture of customer service excellence. Deliver services and/or products that enable a culture which meets or exceeds customers' expectations in the business. Plan, manage and monitor processes to ensure customer service excellence. Identify and address customer needs by providing a variety of related parts, products and accessories, to enhance satisfaction and retention of customers. Maintain customer relations through regular contact, in order to ensure customer retention and growth. People Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition. Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment. Monitor and positively influence and manage change, and offer operational support where required. Own and live up to company values. Ensure staff have adequate technical knowledge and skills. Specific Role Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:

• To achieve set departmental budget objectives in terms of gross profit and net profit. • To achieve performance benchmarks: a. Gross profit b. Total dealership gross profit c. Total contribution d. Department contribution • To achieve company stock parameters: a. 28 days maximum stock holding b. 12 months and older stock holding • To ensure that there is strict control over all departmental expenses. • To ensure that credit limits are reviewed monthly and where necessary to arrange for collection of outstanding monies. Advise Accountant to put a creditors account on hold should there be late payment. Sales/Marketing • To ensure that there is continuous growth in the department in terms of turnover and profit. • To set sales targets and help sales staff achieve set sales targets in order to achieve branch targets. • To review quotation files twice a week and ensure acceptance rate target is achieved. • To check and ensure that drivers are on the delivery routes and times as set and agreed on and all deliveries are signed for. • To ensure prompt service and feedback to all clients to grow the brand. • To ensure that the sales teams and front line staff are made aware of specials. • To review sales representative report once a week. • All credit applications must be submitted to branch accountant and RGM for approval prior to an account being opened. Inventory Management/Administration • To ensure parts are ordered correctly and the order control file is used daily and kept up to date. • To ensure damaged parts are returned to the importer for credit timeously and all relevant electronic submissions or paperwork is completed. • To work through parts bought not sold on a daily basis and report back to DP on a weekly basis. • To ensure that all job cards are received from the workshop the previous day so that you can ensure that parts are in stock and pre-picked for the following day. • To ensure the AVO system is being followed correctly and according to company policy and procedures. • To compare and review the perpetual count daily and file the report daily for the DP/Accountant to review. • To ensure all parts suppliers invoices are receipted correctly and supplier invoices are being signed off. • To ensure all COD and cash sales monies are being collected on a daily basis as you are personally responsible for any outstanding amount. • To ensure that you place the stock and daily orders with the importer using their criteria on timing and frequency. This includes the correct stock to daily mix ratio. Adhering to the BRAND stock policy. • To weekly reconcile backorders between the dealership and importer. • To do inspections on delivery vehicles for neatness as well as roadworthiness. • Authorise the purchase of any part that is not a very fast, fast or medium mover. On these parts cost plus VAT deposit must be taken. • To ensure all administration is up to date and accurate. • To adhere to the BRAND standards and action any deviation. • To ensure efficient and open communication channels – upwards as well as downwards. • Ensure that a high level of housekeeping is maintained. • To ensure that all aspects of security are maintained at the highest standards. • To ensure that RFC parts are pre-approved in writing and credit notes approved and processed. Dealer Principal to sign off all credit notes. • To ensure that perpetual stock count are done. Dealer Principal/ Accountant to spot check weekly. • To ensure that stock parameters are adhered to maximising supply rate whilst minimising dead stock. • Carrying out of all reasonable instructions/ duties given to you by any member of management, from time to time.

Skills and Personal Attributes Skills & Attributes Business Acumen Change Management Client Focus Improvement Orientation Inspirational Leadership Interpersonal Effectiveness Judgement Persistence and Tenacity Personal Courage Planning and Organising Results Orientation Technical Competencies Customer Service Knowledge of parts, components and material Operational Implementation Operational Planning Organisational excellence and productivity culture People Management and Development skills Planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting Product and or Service knowledge Uphold Ethics and Values  

Our well established automotive vehicle dealer client is based in Tableview is looking to employ a very strong and results driven Used Vehicle Sales Manager. Job Description 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. Reporting to the Dealer Principal, the Used Vehicle Sales Manager is fully responsible for the management of the Used Vehicle department, which includes Specific Role Responsibilities • Assisting the Dealer Principal in formulating New 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
• Able to motivate a sales team to achieve objectives
• Evaluate and price all makes of vehicles.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid driver’s license
• Previous Vehicle Sales Manager Experience
• Computer literate
• Good communication skills
• Must have internet leads/ sales experience
• Must be able to maintain and be a constant high performer

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
• Diversified product knowledge
• Experience on how to procure stock is essential.

Our well known automotive vehicle dealer based in Edenvale is looking to employ an experienced Service Manager. Job Description Reporting to the Dealer Principal, the successful candidate will manage the service department. Drive the productivity, efficiency, and the customer service index. Managing cost and increase the profitability of the service department by ensuring workshop operating procedures and practices are adhered to. Maintain and improve Environmental, Health and Safety standards. Specific Role Responsibilities • Exceed all targets and labour sale objectives through efficient workshop operations. • Ensure efficient equipment control, assets control and fluent administration processes. • Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction and retention. • Lead and manage service team. • Create and Leverage Collaborative Partnerships. • Ensure compliance with the Original Equipment Manufacturer and Brand policies as well as industry guidelines. • Achieve industry leading standards of customer care, process efficiency and cost control. Qualifications and Experience • Motor industry and Workshop management knowledge. • People management. • Business, Sales and Service Process knowledge. • Professional & Technical Expertise in Vehicle Service & Repair Management. Min 10 years’ experience in automotive industry as Service Manager. • Recognised Motor Trade plus N6 or Technical Diploma. • Recognised Management Diploma of Certificate. • Industry related qualification (or working towards). • Service Manager Qualification in the required Brand will be an advantage. Minimum Qualifications: • Higher Certificate and / or Advanced National (Vocational) Certificate with NQF Level Skills and Personal Attributes • Proven track record in managing people and working on VWSA software systems. • Computer skills, preferably MS work processing, Kerridge and preferable VWSA operating systems. • Initiative / Perseverance. • Adaptability / Decisiveness. • Interpersonal skills. • Valuing servicing and Diversity. Conflict resolution. • Customer Focus and Relationships. • Communication Impact and Influencing. • Brand Alignment. • Positive thinking.

Our Blue Chip client is looking to employ an experienced Tyre Supervisor to manage their Pretoria branch. Someone who has supervised a tyre maintenance department, with tyre fitting, servicing, scrapping experience, etc. Ideally, it should be someone who have worked in a workshop or factory environment. The salary is around R15 000pm to around R22 000pm, depending on their experience and current salary. Benefits include provident, medical aid. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12/ Matric or equivalent academic qualification • The candidate should ideally have managed a retreading factory with at least 4 to 6 years’ experience. • Brake Shoe refurbishment experience will be an advantage. • Experience in Tyre Plant Equipment maintenance and repairs is essential. JOB OUTPUTS • Responsible for supervising the Tyre Retreading Plant; Brake Reline Plant and the Upholstery Section. • Adhere to production budget, minimise material shrinkage, stock control and maintain quality/ safety in the work place. • Control logistics related to collection and delivery of goods • Compile daily production reports • Maintenance of machinery • Liaison with suppliers • Ensure housekeeping is kept at acceptable levels • Quality inspections • Conduct regular tool inspections WORKING CONDITIONS • Factory working conditions. • 45 hour working week COMPETENCIES KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ATTITUDE/CAPABILITIES - Business Planning Systems. - Quality & Environmental Management systems; manufacturing systems; - Performance Management system; - Implementation of “Green Area” / Self Directed Work Teams; - Relevant Legislations; and Motor Industry Agreements. - PC literate - Good planning and organizing skills. - Diagnostic Ability - Good Verbal / Written - Good leadership skills - Good interpersonal & communication skills - Time management skills - Fault finding skills - Good work ethics - Quality orientated - Hands-on approach - Self-motivating and independent - Service orientated - Deadline driven - Attention to detail. - Commitment - Integrity - Fairness in handling employees - Safety conscious. - Proactive. - Stress tolerance. - Willing to work long hours when necessary.  

Our well known large automotive vehicle dealer client based in Klerksdorp is looking to employ an experienced and qualified Commercial Vehicle Workshop Foreman. - Ensures appropriate allocation of work to technicians. - Ensures work completed meets service delivery and quality. control requirements. - Effectively arranges for the allocation and distribution of outwork to service providers. - Accurately orders supplies for the workshop. - Ensure customers’ needs are understood and resolved. - Leadership of the team. Position Overview Specific Role Responsibilities KEY OUTPUTS: - Ensures appropriate allocation of work to technicians. - Ensures work completed meets service delivery and quality. control requirements. - Effectively arranges for the allocation and distribution of outwork to service providers. - Accurately orders supplies for the workshop. - Ensure customers’ needs are understood and resolved. - Leadership of the team. Qualifications and Experience QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: - Qualified Technician with leadership skills. - Previous experience as a Foreman and/or Team Leader will be advantageous. - Proven track record of successes and achievements. Skills and Personal Attributes KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: - Sound understanding of processes and systems - Good product knowledge. - People Management skills need to lead/drive a great team. - Communication Skills. - MS Office (intermediate). - Motivated and Enthusiastic about the product. - Excellent leadership skills and abilities.

Our well known automotive vehicle dealer client is based in Tokai is looking to employ a very strong and results driven Pre-owned Sales Manager. Job Description 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. Reporting to the Dealer Principal, the Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Manager is fully responsible for the management of the Used Vehicle department, which includes Specific Role Responsibilities • Assisting the Dealer Principal in formulating used 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 • Able to motivate a sales team to achieve objectives • Evaluate and price all makes of vehicles. Qualifications and Experience • Minimum Requirements: • Valid driver’s licence • Previous Vehicle Sales Manager Experience • Computer literate • Good communication skills • Must have internet leads/ sales experience • Must be able to maintain and be a constant high performer 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 • Diversified product knowledge • Experience on how to procure stock is essential.

Our very well known large automotive vehicle dealer client based in Klerksdorp is looking to employ an experienced Parts Manager. Position Overview To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of all sales activities and processes related to parts, in order to maximise sales, and maintain agreed profit margins and return on investment. To ensure the management of stock levels are in line with company policy. Minimum Requirements: • 3+ Years’ Experience as a Parts Manager • Computer literate – DRIVE /Kerridge/Automate experience advantageous • Strong Parts Retail experience • Valid Drivers License Job Description Process and Governance Contribute to the development of the appropriate strategy and set targets within area of accountability. Define standard operating procedures (SOPs). Implement and manage end-to-end processes. Manage operational risk and risk mitigation initiatives. Monitor and report on progress against operational plans and adjust where required. Plan, manage and monitor governance compliance processes in area of accountability in order to manage risks and expose liabilities. Resolve problems by applying the necessary discretion and guidelines. Achieve and exceed OEM/Importer sales targets. Coordinate and monitor the sales and marketing activities of parts, products and accessories for delivering against planned initiatives. Manage efforts to improve current sales of parts, products and accessories that can potentially lead to higher profitability and improved client satisfaction. Manage parts returned, correct stock management, queries and settlement discounts. Manage parts sales channels including: telesales, counter sales, sales representatives and etc. Understand and adhere to OEM/Importer targets. Finance Manage financial activities in line with approved policies and procedures. Manage, monitor and report on budget variances and provide solutions. Grow turnover and customer base to maximise profits. Client/Customer Build sustainable relationships with customers that contribute to a culture of customer service excellence. Deliver services and/or products that enable a culture which meets or exceeds customers'''' expectations in the business. Plan, manage and monitor processes to ensure customer service excellence. Identify and address customer needs by providing a variety of related parts, products and accessories, to enhance satisfaction and retention of customers. Maintain customer relations through regular contact, in order to ensure customer retention and growth. People Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition. Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment. Monitor and positively influence and manage change, and offer operational support where required. Own and live up to company values. Ensure staff have adequate technical knowledge and skills. Specific Role Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: • To achieve set departmental budget objectives in terms of gross profit and net profit. • To achieve performance benchmarks: a. Gross profit b. Total dealership gross profit c. Total contribution d. Department contribution • To achieve company stock parameters: a. 28 days maximum stock holding b. 12 months and older stock holding • To ensure that there is strict control over all departmental expenses. • To ensure that credit limits are reviewed monthly and where necessary to arrange for collection of outstanding monies. Advise Accountant to put a creditors account on hold should there be late payment. Sales/Marketing • To ensure that there is continuous growth in the department in terms of turnover and profit. • To set sales targets and help sales staff achieve set sales targets in order to achieve branch targets. • To review quotation files twice a week and ensure acceptance rate target is achieved. • To check and ensure that drivers are on the delivery routes and times as set and agreed on and all deliveries are signed for. • To ensure prompt service and feedback to all clients to grow the brand. • To ensure that the sales teams and front line staff are made aware of specials. • To review sales representative report once a week. • All credit applications must be submitted to branch accountant and RGM for approval prior to an account being opened. Inventory Management/Administration • To ensure parts are ordered correctly and the order control file is used daily and kept up to date. • To ensure damaged parts are returned to the importer for credit timeously and all relevant electronic submissions or paperwork is completed. • To work through parts bought not sold on a daily basis and report back to DP on a weekly basis. • To ensure that all job cards are received from the workshop the previous day so that you can ensure that parts are in stock and pre-picked for the following day. • To ensure the AVO system is being followed correctly and according to company policy and procedures. • To compare and review the perpetual count daily and file the report daily for the DP/Accountant to review. • To ensure all parts suppliers invoices are receipted correctly and supplier invoices are being signed off. • To ensure all COD and cash sales monies are being collected on a daily basis as you are personally responsible for any outstanding amount. • To ensure that you place the stock and daily orders with the importer using their criteria on timing and frequency. This includes the correct stock to daily mix ratio. Adhering to the BRAND stock policy. • To weekly reconcile backorders between the dealership and importer. • To do inspections on delivery vehicles for neatness as well as roadworthiness. • Authorise the purchase of any part that is not a very fast, fast or medium mover. On these parts cost plus VAT deposit must be taken. • To ensure all administration is up to date and accurate. • To adhere to the BRAND standards and action any deviation. • To ensure efficient and open communication channels – upwards as well as downwards. • Ensure that a high level of housekeeping is maintained. • To ensure that all aspects of security are maintained at the highest standards. • To ensure that RFC parts are pre-approved in writing and credit notes approved and processed. Dealer Principal to sign off all credit notes. • To ensure that perpetual stock count are done. Dealer Principal/ Accountant to spot check weekly. • To ensure that stock parameters are adhered to maximising supply rate whilst minimising dead stock. • Carrying out of all reasonable instructions/ duties given to you by any member of management, from time to time. Skills and Personal Attributes Skills & Attributes Business Acumen Change Management Client Focus Improvement Orientation Inspirational Leadership Interpersonal Effectiveness Judgement Persistence and Tenacity Personal Courage Planning and Organising Results Orientation Technical Competencies Customer Service Knowledge of parts, components and material Operational Implementation Operational Planning Organisational excellence and productivity culture People Management and Development skills Planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting Product and or Service knowledge Uphold Ethics and Values

Our well know vehicle dealer client based in Sandton is in search of an experienced Service Manager with High volume dealership experience. Position Overview The purpose of the position is to manage an organised and profitable service department; delivering high quality service and focused on customer satisfaction. Responsible for mentoring and leading all departmental staff. Specific Role Responsibilities Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Drive the achievement of productivity, efficiency and customer service level index goals and objectives. • Manage a profitable workshop against budget, including analyzing workshop performance data e.g. productivity of technical staff, labour rates, efficiency of workshop, expense monitoring and control etc. • Manage escalated workshop (technical) problems accordingly, including: o Escalation of technical/ product related issues to OEM SA. o Ensuring continuous support and guidance to technical staff throughout technical problem-solving stages. o Ensuring future corrective action plans to address various technical problems are implemented. • Ensure accurate workshop capacity planning according to productive and available staff is done. • Control (WIP) work in progress on all vehicles in the workshop daily to maintain an acceptable level, and manage end-to-end throughput, maintaining awareness of the status of all vehicles. • Achieve industry leading standards of customer care, process efficiency and cost control. • Exceed all targets and labour sales objectives through efficient workshop operations management. • Ensure efficient equipment and asset control, and administration processes. • Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction, service level achievement, and customer retention. • Responsible for the annual budget of Service Department. • Manage risk (financial and non–financial) within department. • Ensure compliance with OEM and business policies and processes, as well as adherence to relevant workshop operating procedures and practices. • Maintain good housekeeping within department, including ensuring compliance to OEM SA’s CI guidelines within the department. • Manage and improve environmental, health and safety standards. • Conduct departmental meetings and general aftersales meetings to ensure effective communication. • Manage training of all service staff. • Lead, manage, attract, retain, appraise and develop staff. Qualifications and Experience Experience Required: • A minimum of 10 years’ relevant technical motor industry experience is essential. • A minimum of 5 years of relevant workshop management experience in the motor industry. Minimum Qualification/s Required: • Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification. • Relevant OEM service manager certification required. • Recognised Motor Trade plus N6 or Technical Diploma (NQF6+), or other relevant industry related qualification (or working towards) – highly desired. • Recognised Management Diploma or Certificate – highly desired. • Qualified Motor Technician (A-certification) – an advantage. Other Requirements: • Valid, unendorsed driver’s license and the ability to competently and legitimately drive. • Computer literate • An effective understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and forecasting. • An effective understanding of relevant technology and systems. • An effective understanding of the Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Acts. Skills and Personal Attributes Skills and Expertise Required: • Have sound communication skills in English and language commonly spoken in the area (speak & write). • Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people and building relationships. • Technical, mechanical insight and experience. • Business orientated thinking and resource management; basing decisions on business implications and KPI’s, focusing on cost-benefit considerations and handling resources in a sustainable manner. • Good financial acumen. • Systems oriented. • People management competence, including performance management and employee development & motivation. • Problem solving and motor vehicle fault finding skills. • Delivering results and meeting customer expectations. • Coping with pressure • A team player • Motivation to perform and achieve results; focusing on solutions and measurable results, strives for outstanding performance and sets challenging goals. • Valuing Diversity • Conflict resolution Personal Attributes: • Committed • Initiative • Self-managed and resilient • Adaptability • Someone who values and builds relationships. • Alignment with the brand; acts as an ambassador for the brand and passionate about the products.