Ford Protect Manager

Ford Motor Company; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry seeks a skilled professional to drive sales and product development strategies in the MEA/SSA region. The role involves managing business processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in Ford Protect operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Ford Protect operations preferred.
• Understanding of Treating Customers Fairly (6 Outcomes).

Responsibilities

• Develop plans to achieve or exceed sales objectives.
• Monitor sales and claims, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Drive business growth through strategic planning and marketing.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Business Process Development

Market Analysis

Education

BTECH or Degree qualification

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Develop plans to achieve or exceed sales objectives.
2. Develop business processes to streamline operations.
3. Prepare marketing papers and obtain necessary approvals.
4. Create Bonus and Merit Club Strategies.
5. Monitor sales and claims, taking corrective actions as needed.
6. Drive business growth through strategic planning, marketing, training, and analysis.
7. Manage the business unit's MCRP for MEA/SSA and SA, ensuring compliance with the Corporate Finance Manual and other requirements, and perform Controls Self-Assessment.
8. Support and prepare for audits such as Guardrisk, FSCA, and Compliance audits.
9. Product Design, Development & Launch:
   • Develop market-specific plans for MEA/SSA and SA.
   • Identify and develop new product requirements.
   • Collaborate with Finance to develop pricing strategies.
   • Lead product creation and setup in GESB.
   • Lead Ford Protect product launches, including market entry planning and execution.
   • Coordinate dealer platforms to ensure correct pricing, wording, and brochures.
   • Monitor product profitability.
   • Provide dealer support.
10. Establish Ford suppliers for the Ford Protect Unit.

Qualifications:

• BTECH or Degree qualification.
• RE1 and RE5 qualifications preferred.
• Experience in Ford Protect operations preferred.
• Understanding of Treating Customers Fairly (6 Outcomes).
• Experience with FAIS audits and knowledge of FAIS regulations.