Pre-Owned Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager

Staff Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Johannesburg seeks a Pre-Owned Operations Manager to lead the establishment and growth of its Pre-Owned Division. This role involves overseeing tradeback operations, developing marketing strategies, and ensuring profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong operational management skills, have significant experience in the automotive industry, and hold a relevant degree. A Code 8 driver’s license is required. Join us to elevate our pre-owned vehicle operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee trade‑in vehicle processing and stock movement with outsourced partner.
• Design systems aligned with OEM standards for pre-owned division.
• Expand resale partner networks and define performance metrics.

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, Logistics, or similar

Job description

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, Logistics, 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