Motor Distributors Limited, the exclusive importer and distributor of smart in Ireland, wishes to recruit a National Sales Manager, based at our Headquarters in Dublin 12.
We are looking for an experienced, motivated, proactive professional who will be responsible for the development of our Sales Strategy. This is a new position, created to increase our sales and market share across all sales channels. The successful candidate will form an important part of our new team as we reintroduce the smart brand to the Irish market.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Create the environment to realise the full potential for smart PC sales in our market.
* Operational and strategic management of smart Ireland's growth strategy across all sales channels.
* Agree progressive annual sales targets with management and with the dealer network.
* Manage harmonious relationships with smart, agreeing a two-year rolling business plan/targets.
* Travel to manufacturer events and motors shows as required.
* Stock management of new vehicles, ensuring the optimum stock levels align with industry seasonality.
* Nurturing a “Customer first” culture, exceeding expectations at every touchpoint of the customer journey.
* Implementing our smart brand sales strategies, policies, and procedures.
* Develop a high-performance, collaborative culture, delivering excellent operational performance.
* Work with our marketing team to develop brand, product, and smart leading technology awareness.
* Proficient in new vehicle order management system, product knowledge, model mix, and specification.
* Monitor department performance against internal and Manufacturer KPI’s, targets, and budgets.
* Introduce a high performing corporate sales culture in line with our ambitious growth plans.
* Ensure all local market objectives / KPIs are owned and delivered by the sales team.
* Develop the dealer network, organise national dealer meetings and business events.
* Manage the interface with the public, the dealer network, the factory, and the management teams.
* Represent and champion the smart brand in our market, attending industry functions.
The successful candidate will ideally:
* Have strong financial and commercial acumen.
* Proven experience within the motor industry is essential.
* The ability to deliver results and have a genuine passion for the automotive industry.
* Be a highly motivated and self-driven individual who will lead by example.
* Have proven people management experience, be highly collaborative with strong communication skills.
* Be detail-oriented with excellent analytical and decision-making capabilities.
* Have the ability to work calmly under pressure.
* Possess the capacity to naturally shift from big picture to hands-on day-to-day delivery.
* Have a strong work ethic with the ability to achieve desired results.
* Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Be able to present clearly, succinctly, and in a compelling manner.
* Exhibit strong listening skills and creative problem-solving abilities.
* Possess strong IT and analytical skills, and a high level of attention to detail.
* Have a persuasive style with a positive determination to achieve results and meet deadlines.
* Maintain a good balance between assertiveness and diplomacy.
* Possess a full and valid driving licence.
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a cover letter outlining your availability and salary expectation, together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 304
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