Pre-Owned Operations Lead — Growth & Profitability

Jobs 4 All; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in South Africa is seeking a Pre-Owned Operations Manager to establish and manage pre-owned vehicle operations. This role will focus on professionalizing the tradeback process, developing a structured Pre-Owned Division, and driving profitability. Candidates should have significant experience in the automotive sector and skills in operational management and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• 58 years experience in automotive / commercial vehicle sector, preferably pre-owned operations, tradeback, or fleet management.
• Proven experience managing outsourced partners and operational processes.
• Track record in cost control, pricing strategy, and margin protection.

Responsibilities

• Manage tradeback process with outsourced partner.
• Design and implement pre-owned policies and processes.
• Drive profitability as a standalone business unit.

Skills

Operational management and process discipline

Advanced financial and cost management skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation and partner management

Market and pricing analysis

Attention to detail

Resilience and adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Logistics, or related field

Job description

A leading automotive company in South Africa is seeking a Pre-Owned Operations Manager to establish and manage pre-owned vehicle operations. This role will focus on professionalizing the tradeback process, developing a structured Pre-Owned Division, and driving profitability. Candidates should have significant experience in the automotive sector and skills in operational management and strategic thinking.