Branch Manager, Cape Town

Our automotive client is urgently looking for a Branch Manager in Parklands and Goodwood: 

Job Purpose:

Responsible to manage and oversee outlet personnel, supervising outlet operations, and ensuring efficient operations on a day-to-day basis. Improving efficiencies and streamlining outlet activities to maximize financial and other key indicators to achieve peak performance levels.

Full accountability for people, financial and cash management, sufficient stock levels, and that cost, and delivery requirements are met. Responsible for developing an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible team by building working relationships ensuring that Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to.

Manage the team on best practices and establish standard policies and procedures to comply with Head Office requirements, whilst also mentoring and leading teams. Implement and manage continuous improvement and modern marketing/ selling principles by highlighting deficiencies and recommending/implementing changes in training, working practices and processes.

Qualifications and or Experience:

· Matric Certificate (with maths literacy minimum). Additional related courses/qualifications and advantage.

· At least 8 – 10 years' experience in a similar management role within the motor industry

· Sound Technical knowledge and understanding

· Experience in motor part sales

· Experience of managing Profit & Loss, balance sheet and associated financial responsibilities.

· Understanding of procurement

· Understanding of ISO 9001/ 45001 or relevant quality management system

· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

· Experience with stock management

· Sales and customer interaction experience