Job Description

Auto Pedigree is looking for an experienced Branch Manager for our branch in Mafikeng. This position is an ideal opportunity for someone eager to make use of their leadership and business acumen, and operations/sales management experience to drive the achievement of branch sales performance targets and advance Auto Pedigree's business interests in the area. The position reports to the Regional Manager.Covid-19 vaccination is an important part of Motus Retail and Rentals commitment to stopping the spread of COVID-19 not only in our workplaces, but the country as a whole. This is because vaccines offer protection to employees by reducing their risk of infection, or the severity of their symptoms; and at a population level, referred to as population-immunity. Given that vaccination is a priority in the fight against COVID-19, we encourage vaccinated candidates to apply for the vacant position.
Position Overview The purpose of this position is ensuring that the branch maximizes gross profit and unit sales, Rand sales and 2nd gross targets are met.
Specific Role Responsibilities

• Ensuring that the Branch maximizes gross profit and ensures unit sales, Rand sales and 2nd gross targets are met.

• Working closely with the F&I Manager to ensure that all financial and insurance requirements are adhered to.

• Stock and Asset Management - ensuring that stock and cash is managed accordingly.

• Communicating all procedural requirements to Branch personnel and ensuring implementation thereof.

• Ensuring that required reports are forwarded timeously.

• Meeting with all staff at least once a month to discuss the following: o Month end results.o Local marketing activities. o Business opportunities. o Weaknesses and ways to counter them.

• Ensuring that all F&I administrative functions and compliance are efficiently carried out by Branch personnel.

• Ensuring that all Branch staff are trained on internal courses as well as on the job training to maximise efficiency and productivity.

• Carrying out performance appraisals as required.

Qualifications and ExperienceMinimum Experience: 3-5 years relevant experienceMinimum Qualification: Grade 12 NCA qualificationMinimum Requirements: A valid Drivers License. Computer literate Some understanding of the compliance governing the retail industry would be an advantage. Help develop a culture for professional collaboration, team building, consensus building, and conflict resolution. Knowledge of the areas most spoken languages an advantage. Preferably residing in North West
Skills and Personal Attributes Competencies: Business and operations management. Excellent sales and marketing skills. Good report writing skills. Customer and sales management. Personnel management skills Time Management skills Planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Managerial competence Ability to effectively communicate goals, objectives, problems and solutions to staff and management. Negotiation skills An understanding of Auto Pedigree products and services. Sound knowledge of business and accounting principles. Ability to comprehend stock balance, asset and ledger reports. Ability to provide counselling, coaching, mentorship and support to ensure harmonious work environment. NetworkingPersonal Attributes: Committed Professional Resilient Honesty and integrity in all business dealings. Well groomed Energetic

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