Branch Manager | Repco Dunedin

Repco; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Parental leave top-up

Volunteer leave

Team incentives

Employee pricing across GPC AP brands

Job summary

Repco in Dunedin, NZ is seeking an Experienced Branch Manager to lead a dual format automotive retail and trade operation. You will report to the Area Manager and drive sales targets, budgets and strategic initiatives while serving as the key contact for customers and staff.

You will develop the team, safeguard OHSE standards, manage inventory, and build strong relationships to maintain market leadership. The role offers fantastic training, career progression, and a supportive global company

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role with accountability for profit and loss statements.
• 5+ years in the automotive industry or automotive retail.
• Proven leadership and ability to develop staff and relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen in sales, budgeting and reporting.
• Commitment to OHSE policies and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the store to increase sales and EBIT.
• Drive competitive market positioning and pricing.
• Develop staff to deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge.
• Build relationships with customers and suppliers to maintain market leadership.
• Oversee inventory management and control costs.
• Ensure branch safety standards and compliance with policies.

Skills

Profit & loss

Sales targets

Leadership

Customer relationships

OHSE compliance

Job description

Experienced manager with a passion for cars? Rare Branch Manager opportunity to work for a well-known, large & established business!Great company culture & plenty of opportunity to progressRun a dual format business - Automotive retail & tradeVehicle, phone, tools of the tradeRepco is a well-known and highly respected brand within the automotive industry. As we continue to grow, there is no better time to join us and take your career up a gear. We provide fantastic training and support to our staff, and you'll work with an experience and knowledgeable team.Why our team loves working for Repco:Recognition programs and team incentives for your performanceAn inclusive team environment: our team are important members of GPCOngoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potentialAttractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businessesWe proactively support our working parents in a variety of meaningful ways, and our parental leave top-up allowance is one of the ways we do thisPaid volunteer leave allowing you to give back to your chosen charity/community organisationThe opportunity to join a progressive global company that continually strives to remain the number one in the automotive aftermarketAbout the role:In this role you will report to the Area Manager and will be responsible for the management of the Repco team, overseeing all branch operations and the business profitability. As a dual format business looking after both Trade and Retail customers you will need to have a flair for business, managing sales targets, budgets and new initiatives, whilst also being the key point of contact for both customers and team member.Specific duties include:Managing the store to increase sales and improve EBITEnsuring the store is highly competitive and attractive in the marketDeveloping staff to deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledgeBuilding strong relationships with customers to ensure continued market leadershipContribute to the profitability, growth and return on investment of the company by developing and implementing strategic initiativesEnsure the branch safety standards adhere to OHSE policies, procedures and legislative requirements, through effective communication with the team and an active approach to hazard identification and risk managementCreating a supportive and motivating environment for your team to learn and develop their skills and knowledge, whilst clearly understanding their role and accountabilitiesEffectively manage inventory to minimise costs to the business and maximise efficiencies.Are safety leaders, constantly striving to provide the safest work environment for themselves, team and customers.Note, this role will require lifting, bending, climbing & safe drivingWho we’re looking for:Previous experience in a management position, with accountability for profit and loss statements5+ years experience within the automotive industryPassionate, sociable and engaging personality who will drive our staff to succeedProven experience developing relationships with a range of stakeholdersStrong business acumen in both sales and reportingExcellent attention to detail.GPC Asia PacificMovement is in our DNA. We are GPC Asia Pacific: one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. Our iconic brands include Repco, NAPA & McLeod Accessories.Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward.With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company won’t leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.comSend your CV to our Careers Team by clicking APPLY!Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.