Automotive Brand Manager

She Recruits; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking automotive company as a Brand Manager in Johannesburg! This exciting role involves managing and developing a brand across East Africa, ensuring strong sales performance and dealer compliance. You will oversee the dealer network, conduct audits, and align marketing strategies to enhance brand presence. If you have a passion for the automotive industry, strong leadership skills, and a knack for sales management, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Pension

Incentives

Qualifications

• Matric and a 3-year Degree or Diploma required.
• 5+ years in Business Development or Sales Management role.

Responsibilities

• Manage dealer network in Africa and oversee pricing functions.
• Conduct regular dealer visits and audits to ensure compliance.
• Align marketing and sales functions to improve performance.

Skills

Automotive Experience

Sales Management

Communication Skills

Financial Acumen

Excel Skills

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Matric

3-year Degree or Diploma

Job description

Reference :

CPT-CK-3

Looking to join an industry leading Automotive company?

We are seeking a professional Brand Manager based in Johannesburg.

This position requires monthly travel into East Africa.

Job Purpose

The main purpose of this role is to manage and develop a specific brand within East African countries.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the dealer network in Africa.
2. Provide reports and analysis related to sales activity in the region.
3. Manage the order process, including order planning between dealer network and OEMs.
4. Oversee the pricing function in collaboration with marketing and finance departments.
5. Participate in the sales-related budget process and target setting.
6. Align marketing and sales functions.
7. Ensure sales training is implemented as per the training plan.
8. Conduct regular dealer visits and dealership audits.
9. Review sales performance against targets and analyze market share vs. competitors.
10. Monitor dealer debtors and ensure compliance with processes and limitations.
11. Ensure adherence to company policies within dealerships.
12. Develop action plans to improve sales volumes.
13. Ensure correct model mix and manage stock aging with appropriate actions.
14. Ensure staff training at dealerships is completed.

Qualifications

Matric and a 3-year Degree or Diploma.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in the Automotive and/or Motorcycle sector is essential.
• Dealership experience is mandatory.
• At least 5 years in a similar Business Development, Brand, or Sales Management role.
• Strong communication and motivational skills with natural authority.
• Confident and performance-oriented.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and staff development.
• Strong Excel skills and financial acumen.
• Understanding of profit/loss and financial performance.

Package & Remuneration

R - R - annually plus Medical Aid, Pension, and Incentives.