Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager

Staff Solutions Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Pre-Owned Operations Manager in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing trade-in vehicle processing, managing outsourced partners, and developing the Pre-Owned Division. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 5–8 years of experience in the automotive industry, and strong operational skills. This position offers an opportunity to build and lead a dedicated team while driving profitability in the commercial vehicle market.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in automotive or commercial vehicle industry, ideally pre-owned or fleet operations.
• Experience with outsourced partner management, dealer networks, and scaling business units.
• Code 8 driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee trade-in vehicle processing and stock movement with outsourced partner.
• Design systems and processes aligned with OEM standards.
• Build and lead a dedicated team as the business scales.

Skills

Strong operational and financial management

Strategic thinking and business development skills

Partner and stakeholder management

Market analysis and pricing strategy expertise

High attention to detail, compliance, and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or similar

Job description

SUMMARY:

New role is available for a Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager for our client based in Isando JHB.

POSITION INFO:

The Pre-Owned Operations Manager is responsible for establishing, managing, and growing the OEM’s pre-owned vehicle operations. Initially focused on professionalising and controlling the Tradeback process through an outsourced partner, the role will evolve to develop a full‑fledged Pre-Owned Division, enhance resale strategies, and expand the brand’s presence in the pre‑owned commercial truck market.

Key Responsibilities

• Tradeback & Partner Oversight
  Oversee trade‑in vehicle processing and stock movement with an outsourced partner
  Monitor refurbishment, cost control, and wholesale pricing
  Ensure accurate reporting and competitive pricing alignment
• Pre-Owned Division Development
  Design systems and processes aligned with OEM standards
  Expand resale partner networks and define performance metrics
  Develop marketing and branding strategies for pre‑owned trucks
• Division Growth & Leadership
  Transition operations into a structured in‑house division
  Build and lead a dedicated team as the business scales
  Drive profitability and provide strategic input to leadership

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Tradeback turnaround times
• Cost and margin control
• Pricing competitiveness
• Stock tracking accuracy
• Partner SLA compliance
• Resale volume and profitability
• Pre-Owned Division development milestones

Skills & Competencies

• Strong operational and financial management
• Strategic thinking and business development skills
• Partner and stakeholder management
• Market analysis and pricing strategy expertise
• High attention to detail, compliance, and adaptability

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, , or similar
• 5–8 years’ experience in automotive or commercial vehicle industry (ideally pre‑owned, tradeback, or fleet operations)
• Experience with outsourced partner management, dealer networks, and scaling business units
• Code 8 driver’s license required

Collaboration Areas

• Sales & Dealer Network
• Outsourced Operations
• Finance
• After-Sales & Technical Teams