Job Description

Products and Channels Supervisor (Automotive)Posting End Date- 10-Mar-2025Position : Permanent xe2x80x93 (Supervisory Level)
Location : Centurion
Basic Salary range : R46 000 xe2x80x93 R74 000 pm ( Relevant to experience)
Plus Benefits : Medical Aid /Provident Fund/13th cheque / Lease Vehicle/ Leave/Fuel/Cell phone
Relocation : Company will cover if out of townJOB DETAILSOur clients is an international producer of vehicles in more than 10 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 100 markets worldwide. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential. They are looking for suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Product and Channels Supervisor position in their Sales Department base in Centurion, TshwaneBrief Role DescriptionBased in Centurion Distribution Centre within the Group Parts department, the successful incumbent will be responsible to implement the Products and Channels after sales strategy in the Dealer Network with a strong focus on Genuine Parts Sales, Accident Damage Management Parts Sales, Easy Drive Vehicle Plans Sales, Marketing, Product Management and Customer loyalty.Possible Tasks within this Role

• Implement the After Sales Strategy to meet departmental, divisional, and organisational goals.
• Guide and support team members to ensure they understand their roles and how they contribute to departmental, divisional, and organisational goals.
• Contribute to the achievement of Genuine Parts sales objectives at Wholesale and Retail levels
• Achieve Accident Damage Management Parts sales goals by managing dealers, key accounts, MBRs, and insurance customers.
• Help achieve Easy Drive Vehicle Plans sales targets by working closely with RAMs and dealers.
• Develop and implement the annual marketing plan with the Marketing Communications department to boost brand awareness, generate quality leads, and drive sales.
• Create and execute Product Management campaigns and promotions using HPG Analysis and research to boost Genuine Parts sales and market share.
• Create and implement Customer Loyalty initiatives to increase the share of the overall Car Parc.
• Collaborate with divisional colleagues to ensure the successful coordination and implementation of the annual Business Plan.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions to define and set targets for initiatives like Service Cam, Easy Drive Vehicle Plans, Lead Inbox, and PPSO.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions to achieve organizational objectives.
• Serve as the main point of contact with the group Market Area Manager for Products and Channels initiatives

Qualification requirementsA recognized 3-year national diploma or 4-year bachelors degree in Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, or a related field.Experience needed

• Experience in Sales, Service and Marketing is required.
• Automotive Dealer after-sales operations experience and at least 3 years of specialist or supervisory automotive experience, preferably in after-sales, marketing, or sales, is advantageous.

Essentials:

• The candidate must be familiar with auto dealer after-sales operations, including service and parts, and have a strong understanding of business management principles and their application.
• The candidate should have a proven understanding of the automotive parts and accessories business, including pricing and its impact, as well as marketing concepts and their applications.
• The candidate should have experience in developing and implementing after-sales campaigns and promotions
• Exposure and experience in accident damage management, motor body repairers and insurance will be a distinct advantage
• A strong understanding of customer loyalty and experience is required.
• The candidate should have experience in Strategy Development and Implementation
• Key skills required - critical thinking, project management, communication (written and verbal), presenting, influencing, negotiation, problem-solving, decision-making, coordination, innovation, leadership and analytical thinking skills
• Experience in managing stakeholders (e.g., dealers, competitors, and customers) with competing priorities and interests
• High level of integrity is a non-negotiable requirement for this role.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, CoPilot), Generative AI, DMS, CRM, and data analysis

Applications must be submitted by no later than 10 March 2025

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