Head Of Business

Group1 Automotive

Head of Business

Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Are you a leader that sets the example by which others will follow?

If the answer is yes to the above then we want to hear from you! Our BMW & MINI Dealership in Hailsham is looking to recruit a new Head of Business.

About the position

The successful candidate for our Head of Business position will have:

• Previous experience in a similar role;
• Proven customer service and communication skills;
• Show the ability to work to deadlines and targets;
• Show the ability to work well in a team.

You will be welcomed into a friendly team and have the opportunity to work with an exciting product.  A large part of the Head of Business position involves:

• Drive the performance of each department in order to ensure that excellent customer service is provided and all financial targets are achieved.
• To create with each Department Manager co-ordinated, detailed annual plans, in line with defined long term goals, for each section of the business covering all targets for profitability, productivity, resource control and development.
• To establish and develop the retail centre organisation and control systems to ensure the efficient operation of each department, consistent with its present and future objectives.
• To monitor continuously all adverse trends and potential problems, and take corrective action in a timely manner.
• To monitor all competitive threats and opportunities to the business to ensure the long-term profitability of the Company and protection of the franchise.
• To direct the activities of each department manager to ensure they and their staff are continually contributing to the objectives of the business.

About our requirements

We expect you to demonstrate some skills that will prove very beneficial in the position, including:

• Customer awareness.
• Previous experience at a similar level
• Track record of success
• Brand affinity
• Negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Full driving licence.

About us

The Group 1 Automotive network is a well-established and growing automotive group in the UK, with offices also in America and Brazil.  Group 1 Automotive is the 9^th largest dealer group in the UK, representing Barons Group, Beadles, and Think Ford. All dealerships in the Group 1 Automotive network offer fantastic career opportunities, state of the art resources, training and competitive earnings packages.

If you see yourself in the above position and would like to find out more about what it is like to be part of the Group 1 family, we’d like you to apply now!